Question
Dear parents, our little girl is 6 years old. This week, we noticed that her ear has been a bit painful. There is some yellow earwax coming out, and she’s also experiencing a buzzing sound in her ear, along with a slight fever. How should we treat the child’s ear pain caused by otitis media?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are primarily used. Symptomatic medications can be used according to the child’s condition, which are quite effective. Parents can give the child regional treatment with anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents can appropriately administer painkillers to relieve the pain. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral antipyretic drugs can be given. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is essential to seek medical attention. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child develops serious conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. It is also important to ensure that the child gets enough rest and avoids fatigue.