Question
A 6-year-old boy recently experienced ear pain, yellowish discharge from his ear, decreased appetite, and fatigue. How can one effectively treat a child’s otitis media?
Answer
It is usually recommended to follow the doctor’s orders and administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child. Regional anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used for treatment. If the child’s ear pain is severe, appropriate painkillers can be given, and fever-reducing medication should be administered when the child has a fever. If the symptoms are severe, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. Otitis media is prone to recurrence, and if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely treatment is essential. It is advised that parents pay attention to the disease, take their child to the doctor early, and be mindful of related prevention and health care measures.