Question
A 3-year-old girl recently started kindergarten and complained of ear discomfort. Examination revealed her earwax was purulent, with yellow pus, accompanied by headaches and fever symptoms. How should otitis media and tinnitus in children be properly treated?
Answer
When treating pediatric otitis media, medication should be tailored to the child’s specific symptoms. Ear secretion bacteria culture can be performed, and appropriate anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used based on the examination results. If the child experiences severe ear pain, painkillers can be administered to relieve the pain. If the child also has a high fever, antipyretics should be used as necessary. If the condition is severe, early medical assistance should be sought. These methods are common in the treatment of otitis media. Additionally, if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment is required. It is also important to pay attention to the child’s diet and sleep routine, which can help the disease recover sooner.