Patient's question:
My little girl is 5 years old. These past few days, the child told me her ear is a bit painful. Also, there is some yellow earwax coming out, and her ear is buzzing. She also has a low fever. Please advise: How should otitis media in children be treated when the ear hurts?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be used. In addition to systemic medication, local treatment can also be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain is severe, appropriate analgesics can be given. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention is essential. In cases of multiple acute severe episodes or if an eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be promptly performed. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a balanced diet and rest schedule for the child to help the condition recover as soon as possible.