Question
My son is two years old. Lately, he has been constantly touching his ears and saying they are itchy. Examination showed that the earwax is somewhat thick and yellowish. Additionally, he seems to have little appetite and looks very tired. If my child has otitis media and cannot hear clearly, how should it be treated?
Answer
The main method of treating children’s otitis media in clinical practice is the use of antibiotic medications, which can be prescribed according to the child’s symptoms and have a good effect. Regional drug treatment can be adopted, choosing anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has severe symptoms such as ear pain or yellowish discharge from the ear, some painkillers are recommended to alleviate the symptoms. If the child has a high fever, antipyretic medication should be used as appropriate. If the symptoms are severe, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. For children who have recurrent episodes or have already developed a perforation in the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be performed. During treatment, attention should be paid to providing the child with adequate nutrition, eating a light diet, and ensuring that the child gets enough rest and avoids fatigue.