Question
Dear parents, my daughter is currently 8 years old and has recently been experiencing ear pain, along with yellow earwax, reduced appetite, and an uncomfortable throat. How should we handle the ear pain in a child with otitis media?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance for their child to alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Additionally, regional treatment can be performed by using anti-inflammatory ear drops, and children can be given a moderate amount of painkillers, especially when the ear pain is severe. If accompanied by high fever, fever-reducing medication can be used. If the situation is severe, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there is an eardrum perforation, parents may consider surgical treatment. At the same time, pay attention to giving the child a light diet, increasing nutritional supplementation, and promoting recovery.