Question
My son is 2 years old. This week, he has been constantly tugging at his ear, saying it itches. Additionally, the earwax is a bit thick and yellowish, and he has been experiencing some low-grade fever. How should a child with otitis media and blurred hearing be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs under a doctor’s guidance for their child to alleviate inflammatory symptoms. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be carried out using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s ear pain is severe, it is also appropriate to use pain-relieving medication. If the child is accompanied by fever, parents can administer medications with antipyretic effects. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the patient develops severe symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum, timely hospitalization for surgical treatment is required. During treatment, it is also important to arrange for a child-friendly diet and enhance nutritional supplementation to aid in early recovery.