Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, in elementary school. In recent days, the child has been scratching his ears, saying they itch. It has been noticed that the earwax is a bit thick and slightly yellow. Additionally, his appetite is not good, and his throat feels uncomfortable. Please ask: How should otitis media and tinnitus be treated effectively in children?Doctor's answer:
Treatment for pediatric otitis media can involve the use of symptomatic medications based on the child's symptoms, in addition to local treatments such as applying anti-inflammatory ear drops to the child. For children with significant ear pain, analgesic medications can be used. If the child has a fever, fever-reducing medications can be administered. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. These are the more common treatment methods. However, if the child experiences eardrum perforation, surgical treatment in a hospital is necessary. Finally, it is hoped that parents can take this disease seriously, bring their child to the hospital for early diagnosis and treatment, and also pay attention to relevant prevention and health care measures.