Question
Dear Sir, my son is just over 1 year old. This week, he has been constantly tugging at his ear and complaining of itching. In the morning, there has been an occasional discharge of yellow fluid, accompanied by headaches and fever. How should we treat his otitis media and tinnitus?
Answer
When treating such conditions, you can give the child symptomatic antibiotic medications. If the child’s condition is severe, you can also complement it with some regional treatments, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child experiences severe ear pain, it is recommended to administer painkillers based on the situation. If the child has a fever, parents can administer fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child develops severe conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. After the condition improves, it is suggested to let the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.