Question

My daughter is 5 years old and has been complaining about her ear hurting this week. This morning, she had a large amount of yellow earwax, accompanied by headaches and fever. What should be done to effectively treat the symptoms of otitis media in children?

Answer

If a child has otitis media, appropriate anti-inflammatory medications can be used. Parents can apply anti-inflammatory ear drops for local treatment. If the child’s main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended to give a moderate dose of pain reliever to alleviate the pain. If the child has a fever, they can take fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention early, as conditions such as perforation of the eardrum may require surgical treatment. It is advisable for parents to pay attention to this disease, take their child to the doctor for treatment as soon as possible, and pay attention to related preventive and health care work in their daily lives.