Question
A four-year-old boy has been experiencing ear pain for several days. He has noticed thicker, yellowish earwax and has lost his appetite, feeling weak. How should one treat the ear pain in a child with otitis media?
Answer
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications can be considered, along with local treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If pain is the primary symptom, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate the condition. Some children may have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. If symptoms do not subside, it is imperative to seek medical attention. In case of severe conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment is necessary. It is advisable for parents to pay attention to this disease, seek medical treatment as early as possible, and pay attention to related preventive and health care work in their daily lives.