Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl has just started kindergarten. This week, the child told me her ear is a bit painful. In the morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax, and her ear was buzzing. She also has a slight fever. Question: How should otitis media and tinnitus in children be diagnosed and treated?Doctor's answer:
It is appropriate to use some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs. Ear secretion bacterial culture can be conducted, and based on the test results, anti-inflammatory ear drops should be used. If the child primarily experiences ear pain, it is recommended that parents administer appropriate pain relievers to alleviate the symptoms. If the child also has high fever, fever-reducing medication should be used as needed. If the condition is severe, prompt medical attention is required. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child exhibits symptoms of a tympanic membrane perforation, it is necessary to seek medical treatment and surgery promptly. During treatment, a light diet should be maintained, and a liquid diet is preferred.