Question
How should otitis media symptoms in children be treated?
Answer
Currently, the treatment methods for pediatric otitis media mainly include antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications. Parents can choose appropriate medication based on the symptoms, which may include systemic medication as well as regional treatments, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. For severe ear pain, some painkillers can be administered. If the child has a fever, parents can give fever-reducing medicine or take the child to the hospital immediately. In cases of recurrent acute severe symptoms or if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be sought. Also, during the treatment process, it is important to pay attention to giving the child a light diet, enhancing nutritional supplementation, and helping them recover quickly.