Question
Dear Parent, my 5-year-old son has been complaining of his ear feeling itchy and painful this week. Additionally, he occasionally has yellow fluid discharge and a buzzing sound in his ear, along with a slight fever. How should I treat his earache and tonsillitis?
Answer
For treating a child’s otitis media, parents can administer anti-inflammatory medications. Regional treatment can also be considered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child experiences ear pain, painkillers can be given. Moreover, if there is a fever, antipyretic drugs can be taken. In case of high fever, it is advisable to seek medical assistance. If severe symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum occur, timely medical attention and surgical treatment should be sought. During the treatment period, it is important to keep warm and avoid catching a cold to exacerbate the symptoms.