Question
A 8-year-old boy, now in elementary school, has been constantly tugging at his ear and complaining of itching. You’ve noticed that there’s yellow earwax coming out, and his ear is buzzing. He also has a slight fever. How should one effectively treat the earache caused by otitis media?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the current methods and medications used in clinical treatment for pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose according to the symptoms. Additionally, regional treatments can be administered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. For children with obvious earache symptoms, painkillers can be used. If the child has a fever, it is advisable to use antipyretic medication. In severe cases, immediate medical attention is required. If the patient experiences severe symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum, timely hospital surgery is necessary. After the condition improves, it is recommended to have the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.