Question
A 7-year-old boy has been complaining of ear pain this week. This morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax, and he also had a low-grade fever. How should I treat his otitis media?
Answer
When treating such conditions, you can give the child symptomatic antibiotic medications, as well as regional treatments using anti-inflammatory ear drops. For children with pronounced ear pain, pain-relieving medications can be administered. If there is a fever, oral antipyretics can be given to the child. If the symptoms do not subside, it is essential to seek medical attention. These methods are currently commonly used in the treatment of otitis media. If an eardrum perforation occurs, timely surgical treatment is necessary. Also, pay attention to a reasonable diet and sleep habits to aid in the recovery from the disease.