Patient's question:
Little girl, only 7 years old, this week, her ears have been a bit painful. In the morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax, and it was accompanied by some low fever. Please ask: How should otitis media with pus be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, first, you can use some symptomatic antibiotics. In addition to systemic medication, local treatment can also be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has severe ear pain, it is recommended to give some pain relievers based on the situation. If the child has a fever, they can take some fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, it is advisable to go to the hospital for surgical treatment as soon as possible. Parents should also pay attention to taking preventive measures to avoid the recurrence of otitis media.