Patient's question:
Female baby, currently 8 years old. In the past few days, the child has said her ears hurt. Additionally, there is a lot of yellow earwax, and she also has a slight fever. Please ask: How should otitis media (middle ear infection) pain be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, anti-inflammatory drugs can be used symptomatically. While taking medication, some local treatments can also be performed, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the symptoms are primarily ear pain, pain-relieving medications may be considered. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing drugs can be given. If these methods do not provide relief, it is essential to seek medical attention. The above methods are currently the most commonly used for treating otitis media. Additionally, if there is a case of a tympanic membrane perforation, timely surgical treatment is necessary. Parents should also pay attention to preventive measures to avoid recurrent otitis media.