Question
A six-year-old boy, just had his birthday, has been frequently scratching his ear and feeling itchy lately. It’s said that there is a lot of yellow earwax in his ear, and he has also lost his appetite and a sore throat. How should one treat a child’s purulent otitis media?
Answer
The treatment for a child’s otitis media can involve selecting appropriate medication based on the symptoms, along with regional treatments such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s main symptom is ear pain, painkillers can be administered appropriately. If fever is also present, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought promptly, such as if there are multiple severe acute episodes or if there is already a perforation in the eardrum, and surgery should be performed as soon as possible. Parents should also pay attention to protecting their child’s ears to prevent a recurrence of otitis media inflammation.