Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl just started attending kindergarten. Recently, she has been scratching her ears, saying they itch, and yellow earwax has been coming out. Additionally, she seems to have poor appetite and feels very weak. Could you please advise on how to treat otitis media and tinnitus in children?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are primarily used. Symptomatic medications can be administered based on the child's symptoms, which are quite effective. Local treatment methods can also be combined, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child's ear pain is severe, it is recommended to provide pain relievers based on the situation. If the child has a fever, parents can administer fever-reducing medications or seek immediate medical attention by taking the child to the hospital. These are all common treatment methods. However, if the child exhibits symptoms of a tympanic membrane perforation, timely hospitalization for surgical treatment is necessary. Parents should also pay attention to preventive measures to avoid recurrent otitis media.