Question

My 3-year-old daughter just started kindergarten, and for the past few days, she has been constantly tugging at her ear, saying it itches. In the morning, there’s a lot of yellow earwax, and she also doesn’t have much appetite and her throat feels uncomfortable. How should we treat a child’s otitis media with an earache?

Answer

When treating such diseases, you can give the child some antibiotics that are appropriate for the symptoms, and also consider regional treatment, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the baby. If the child has a severe earache, you can also give some painkillers in moderation. If the child has a fever along with the otitis media, then you should consider using fever-reducing medication. If the condition is severe, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If your child has a perforated eardrum, you should go to the hospital for surgery immediately. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let your child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.