Question
Dear Baby, she is currently 8 years old. These days, the child says her ear feels itchy and painful. This morning, I found that the earwax is purulent and a bit yellow, and she seems to have little appetite and is quite weak. How should one treat the child’s otitis media and ear pain?
Answer
The treatment of children’s otitis media can involve symptomatic medication based on the symptoms. In severe cases, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be combined. If ear pain is the primary symptom, painkillers can be considered; if accompanied by fever, antipyretics can be administered or medical attention should be sought. In cases of repeated acute severe symptoms or when the eardrum has been perforated, timely surgical treatment should be considered. At the same time, it is important to arrange for light meals, increase nutritional supplementation, and help with an early recovery.