Patient's question:
Girl baby, only 9 years old, this week, the child has been scratching her ears and saying they itch. Additionally, there is occasionally yellow fluid leaking out. Also, her appetite is poor, and her throat feels uncomfortable. Please ask: How is it best to treat otitis media and ear pain in children?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents, under the guidance of a doctor, choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their children to alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Parents can use topical anti-inflammatory ear drops for local treatment. If the symptoms are primarily ear pain, pain-relieving medications can be considered. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be given. If these methods do not provide relief, it is essential to seek medical attention. The above methods are commonly used in the treatment of otitis media. Additionally, if there is a perforation of the eardrum, surgical treatment must be performed promptly. It is important to maintain a light diet during daily life and primarily consume liquid foods during the treatment period.