Question
A 9-year-old boy has had some pain in his ear this week, with a lot of yellow earwax, accompanied by a low-grade fever. How should one treat a child’s earache and otitis media?
Answer
In clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are primarily used, with medication tailored to the child’s symptoms showing good results. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments can be combined, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. Painkillers can also be administered based on the child’s condition, especially when the ear pain is severe, to help alleviate the discomfort. If the child has a fever, antipyretic medication can be taken; in severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If the child develops a perforated eardrum, it is recommended to go to the hospital for surgical treatment as soon as possible. During treatment, it is also important to ensure that the child maintains a light diet and strengthens nutritional supplementation to aid in an early recovery.