Patient's question:
Boy, already 7 years old, in recent days, the child said his ears felt itchy and painful. Additionally, there was a lot of yellow earwax. Also, accompanied by headache and fever. Please ask: How to treat otitis media and ear pain in children effectively.Doctor's answer:
You can appropriately use some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications. If the child's condition is more severe, local treatments can also be used, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has severe ear pain, it is recommended to give pain relief medication based on the situation. If the child has a fever, parents can give fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. In addition to these medication treatments, if the child's condition worsens severely, such as a perforated eardrum, prompt medical treatment is necessary. Parents should also pay attention to proper protection for the child to prevent recurrent otitis media.