Question
Dear reader, our 5-year-old daughter has been constantly scratching her ears lately, saying they are itchy. At the same time, she has been secreting yellow earwax, and her ears are buzzing. She also has a slight fever. What should we do if a child experiences earache and swelling due to otitis media?
Answer
During treatment, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication should be administered based on the child’s symptoms. An ear secretion bacterial culture test can be conducted, and specialized ear drops can be used according to the results. If the child experiences ear pain and discharge of yellow fluid, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate the symptoms. If accompanied by fever, consider using fever-reducing medication. If symptoms are severe, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. Otitis media is prone to recurrence, and if an eardrum perforation occurs, early treatment should be sought. After the condition improves, it is recommended that the child engage in appropriate exercise to strengthen immunity and prevent recurrence.