Question
A 9-year-old boy has been experiencing ear pain recently, with excessive and yellow earwax, a buzzing sound in his ear, and a slight fever. How should ear pain in children with otitis media be treated?
Answer
The primary treatment for pediatric otitis media in clinical practice involves the use of antibiotic medications, selecting the appropriate drugs based on the symptoms. Additionally, regional treatments can be administered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops, and painkillers can be used to alleviate pain. If accompanied by a fever, antipyretic medications can be administered or immediate medical attention should be sought. The above methods are common treatments. If symptoms of tympanic membrane perforation occur, timely medical attention and surgical treatment should be sought. It is recommended that parents pay attention to this disease, bring their children to seek medical treatment early, and also pay attention to related preventive and health care work in their daily lives.