Question
A 9-year-old boy, in elementary school, has had a bit of ear pain this week, and occasionally yellow fluid has been discharged, along with some low-grade fever. How should a child with tonsillitis and an itchy ear be treated?
Answer
Generally speaking, for pediatric otitis media, it is recommended to give the child some antibiotics, which are usually an effective treatment method. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be carried out using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has ear pain, some painkillers can be administered appropriately. If the child has fever symptoms, some antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. If the child develops a perforation in the eardrum, timely medical treatment and surgery should be sought. At the same time, it is also important to arrange for a light diet for the child and enhance nutritional supplementation to aid in a quicker recovery.