Question
My daughter, who is 1 year old, has been complaining of her ears itching and hurting for the past few days. This morning, there was yellowish earwax discharge, and she seems to have little appetite and is quite weak. How should ear pain in children with otitis media be treated?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, it’s first recommended to use symptomatic antibiotic medications. While taking the medication, regional treatments can also be performed, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. For children with prominent ear pain symptoms, painkillers can be administered. If the child also has a fever, it may be appropriate to give some fever-reducing medication. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. In cases where there is a risk of perforation of the eardrum, parents may consider surgical treatment for the child. Lastly, parents should pay attention to this disease and bring their child for medical treatment as soon as possible. In addition, it’s important to do well in terms of prevention and health care in daily life.