Question
Dear parents, my son is just 8 years old and has been constantly tugging at his ear, feeling itchy, and has yellowish fluid coming out. He has also lost his appetite and feels a sore throat. Question: How to treat earache due to otitis media in children?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, antibiotic medication can be used first, choosing an anti-inflammatory type of ear drops. If there is ear pain, appropriate painkillers can be administered. For fever symptoms, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If an eardrum perforation occurs, timely surgical treatment is required. During this period, it is advisable to supplement nutrition, maintain a light diet, pay attention to rest, and avoid fatigue.