Question
My daughter is 5 years old, and she recently told me that her ear hurts a bit. The earwax is purulent and yellow, and she also has a buzzing sound in her ear, along with a slight fever. How should one treat ear itch in children with otitis media?
Answer
The current clinical treatment for pediatric otitis media commonly involves antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications. Parents can choose appropriate medications based on the symptoms and can also use regional anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended to give a suitable amount of pain relief medication. If there is also a fever, the child can take antipyretic medication, and in severe cases, medical treatment should be sought as soon as possible. If the child has a perforated eardrum, immediate medical treatment and surgery should be sought. It is advised that parents pay attention to this disease, seek medical treatment as soon as possible, and pay attention to relevant preventive and health care work in daily life.