Question
My son is 7 years old. Recently, he has been experiencing itchy and painful ears, with a purulent yellow earwax inside. He also has a slight fever. How should I treat his otitis media with ear pain?
Answer
Treatment should be based on the child’s symptoms, providing symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. Regional anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used. For children with significant ear pain, painkillers can be administered. If there is severe fever, a reasonable amount of antipyretic medication can be used. If the symptoms are severe, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. In case of severe conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, surgical treatment may be necessary. After recovery, it is recommended that the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.