Question
How should otitis media with effusion in children be treated? My daughter is 3 years old, just started kindergarten, and has had itchy and painful ears, excessive yellow earwax, and a low-grade fever in recent days. How should I treat it?
Answer
The current clinical treatment for pediatric otitis media usually involves the use of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications. Parents can choose the medication based on the symptoms, and regional treatment can also be performed, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child experiences ear pain and discharges yellow fluid with severe symptoms, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate the symptoms. If there is a fever, a fever-reducing medicine can be administered. In case of serious conditions, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If an eardrum perforation occurs, timely surgical treatment is required. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to maintaining good dietary hygiene and ensuring adequate rest time.