Question
My daughter is 7 years old. In recent days, she has been experiencing some pain in her ear, along with yellowish earwax discharge. Additionally, she has a buzzing sound in her ear and a slight fever. How should I treat her otitis media to alleviate the earache effectively?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are primarily used, and symptomatic medications can be administered based on the child’s symptoms, which are generally effective. In case of severe illness, regional treatments can be combined, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops; if the child has ear pain, appropriate painkillers can be given; and if there is fever, antipyretic medication can be taken. If the fever persists, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. These methods are currently common treatment approaches. In case of tympanic membrane perforation, timely surgical treatment is required. Parents should pay attention to providing adequate protection for their children to prevent recurrent otitis media.