Question
A 7-year-old boy has been constantly tugging at his ear, complaining of itching, with yellowish earwax discharge, decreased appetite, and a sore throat. How should one treat earache in children with otitis media?
Answer
For the treatment of otitis media in children based on their symptoms, use symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. You can use an anti-inflammatory ear drop and, if there is severe pain, use painkillers as needed. If there is a high fever, use antipyretics as appropriate. If symptoms are severe or there is a perforation of the eardrum, seek medical attention as soon as possible. Otitis media often has a recurrent feature, so during treatment, it is important to maintain good dietary hygiene and get adequate rest.