Question
My daughter is 4 years old, and she has been complaining of ear pain for the past week. The earwax is also very yellow and excessive. Sometimes, she also has a low-grade fever. How should pediatric otitis media be effectively treated?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are common methods and medications used in the clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose appropriate medications based on the symptoms. Additionally, regional treatments can be administered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the child’s ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, painkillers can be considered to relieve symptoms. If the child has a fever, parents can give the child fever-reducing medication or take them to the hospital for a check-up promptly. In cases where patients develop severe complications, such as perforation of the eardrum, immediate hospital treatment and surgery may be required. Also, pay attention to the child’s diet and lifestyle habits to help them recover as soon as possible.