Question
Dear Baby Girl, currently 4 years old, she has been saying that her ears hurt for the past few days. I noticed that there is sometimes yellow fluid coming out, and she also has a buzzing sound in her ears, with a slight fever. How should children with otitis media and earache be treated?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions and administer some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication to the child. If the child’s condition is more severe, some regional treatments can be combined, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain is quite severe, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. Additionally, if there is a fever, some antipyretic medication can be taken. In case of high fever, it is still advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe cases or if there has been a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be performed. During the treatment period, attention should also be paid to maintaining good dietary hygiene and ensuring sufficient rest time.