Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 3 years old. This week, the child said his ears are itchy and painful. I noticed there is a lot of yellow earwax. Additionally, he has a headache and a fever. Could you please advise on how to treat otitis media (middle ear infection) and ear pain in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, first, they can use some symptomatic antibiotic medication. Local treatment can also be used, such as applying anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. If the child's ear pain is severe, it is recommended to give some pain relief medication based on the situation. If the child also has a fever, parents can give them some fever-reducing medication. If it is severe, they should seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute and severe episodes or if an eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed promptly. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest.