Question
A 1-year-old boy has been complaining of ear pain recently. This morning, he had yellowish earwax discharge, along with a buzzing sound in his ear and a slight fever. How should a child with otitis media and earache be treated?
Answer
Treatment should involve symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. If the condition is severe, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used. If the child’s primary symptom is ear pain, parents can administer appropriate painkillers to alleviate the discomfort. If the child has fever, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to medication, if the child’s condition is severe and there is a perforation of the eardrum, hospital surgery may be required. Lastly, parents should pay close attention to this disease, bring their child to a doctor for treatment as soon as possible, and also pay attention to preventive and health care measures in daily life.