Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 4 years old. This week, the child told me her ears are a bit painful. In the morning, the earwax was a bit thick and yellowish. Additionally, it was accompanied by a headache and fever. Please ask: How should otitis media in children be treated when the ears are painful?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it's pediatric otitis media, symptomatic treatment with some antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. Ear discharge bacterial culture can be conducted, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used based on the test results. If the child's main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents give appropriate analgesics to relieve the pain. If the child also has a high fever, antipyretic medication can be taken accordingly. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these medication-based treatments, if the child's condition is severe and involves a tympanic membrane perforation, hospital treatment is required.，。