Question
A 11-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been complaining of ear pain for the past few days. Occasionally, yellow fluid has been discharged from his ear. At the same time, he seems to have little appetite and is weak. How should one treat a child’s ear itch and otitis media?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the current methods and medications used in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose according to symptoms. Parents can give the child regional treatment with anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has severe ear pain, some painkillers can be administered appropriately. If the child has fever symptoms, some antipyretic medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. These are some commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child shows symptoms of perforated eardrum, timely hospitalization and surgical treatment are required. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid exacerbating symptoms by catching a cold.