Question
My daughter is 3 years old and has just started kindergarten. Lately, she has been complaining about ear pain. I noticed that the earwax is a bit thick and yellow, and she has a low-grade fever. How should I treat her earache and tonsillitis?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric otitis media can involve symptomatic medications based on the child’s symptoms, along with regional treatments such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s ear pain is severe, painkillers may be considered. If fever is present, antipyretics can be taken. It is advisable to seek medical attention early if there is a high fever, and if severe symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum occur, timely medical treatment and surgery should be sought. During the treatment period, it is important to keep warm and avoid catching a cold to exacerbate the symptoms.