Patient's question:
Female baby, currently 4 years old. In the past few days, the child has said her ears are itchy and painful, and occasionally there is also yellowish liquid discharge. Additionally, her ears are buzzing, and she has a slightly low fever. Please ask: How should otitis media (middle ear infection) with ear pain be diagnosed and treated in children?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs for their children under the guidance of a doctor to alleviate inflammatory symptoms. While taking medication, local treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be applied. Pain relievers may be given to children, especially when ear pain is severe, to help relieve discomfort. Some children may also experience fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention is necessary. If severe symptoms such as a perforated eardrum occur, timely hospital treatment is required. Parents should also take precautions to prevent recurrence of otitis media.