Question
A 9-year-old boy, in elementary school, reported this week that his ears were itchy and painful. Upon inspection, there was a lot of yellow earwax, and he also had a low-grade fever. How should otitis media in children be treated to ensure clarity of speech?
Answer
For a better treatment of otitis media, it is advisable to select some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance. If the child’s condition is severe, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be used. If the child experiences ear pain, some painkillers should be administered appropriately. If there are fever symptoms, antipyretic medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible, especially if there are severe symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum, which may require timely surgical treatment at the hospital. During the treatment period, it is also necessary to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest.