Question
My son is 6 years old. Lately, his ears have been hurting, and the earwax has been a bit thick and yellow. He also has a slight fever. How should we treat otitis media with tinnitus in children?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it’s pediatric otitis media, you can give the child some antibiotics to alleviate the symptoms, which is usually an effective treatment method. You can also take your child for an ear secretion bacteria culture test and use anti-inflammatory ear drops based on the test results. Additionally, if the child’s ear pain is severe, you can give some painkillers to help relieve the pain. If the child also has a fever, you can give him fever-reducing medicine. If the symptoms are severe or if there is a perforation in the eardrum, it is important to seek medical attention promptly, which may require surgical treatment. During the treatment period, ensure that the child gets plenty of rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.