Question
A three-year-old girl just started kindergarten and has been saying her ear hurts recently. Examination showed that the earwax is purulent and slightly yellow, and she also has a loss of appetite and a sore throat. How can one effectively treat hearing issues caused by otitis media in children?
Answer
When children show symptoms of otitis media, it is advisable for parents to choose suitable antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance to alleviate inflammation and discomfort. At the same time, regional therapy, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops, can also be employed. If the child’s ear pain is severe, a moderate amount of pain relievers can be given to alleviate the pain. If the child has symptoms such as high fever or perforation of the eardrum, treatment with medication should be based on specific symptoms, and immediate hospital treatment is necessary. In addition to medication, if the child’s condition is severe and there is a perforation of the eardrum, surgical treatment may be required. Therefore, it is recommended that parents take this disease seriously, bring their child to a doctor for early diagnosis and treatment, and pay attention to daily preventive and health measures.