Question
My child has a cold with coughing, but surprisingly, they also have ear pain. What’s the deal with ear pain after a child’s cold and cough?
Answer
Ear pain after a child’s cold and cough may be caused by otitis media. Due to the unique anatomical structure of children, a cold can easily trigger otitis media. It is recommended to visit the otolaryngology department of a regular children’s hospital promptly, allowing the doctor to use professional equipment to examine the external auditory canal and eardrum. If it is otitis media, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be taken orally or ear drops for local treatment.