Question
My daughter is 7 years old, and she has been complaining of ear pain for the past few days. I also noticed yellow earwax discharge, along with a low-grade fever. How can I treat the ear pain caused by my child’s otitis media?
Answer
Treatment for children’s otitis media can involve symptomatic medication. Regional treatment can be considered, selecting anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the primary symptom is ear pain, painkillers may be considered. If the child has a high fever, antipyretic medication should be used as appropriate. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought promptly. In addition to medication, if the child develops a perforated eardrum, surgical treatment may be necessary. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain a light diet, focusing on liquid foods.