Question
Dear readers, I have a baby boy who is just over 1 year old. He has been constantly touching his ears and saying they are itchy. I can see yellow earwax coming out, and his appetite has decreased. He also feels uncomfortable in his throat. How should we effectively treat a child’s otitis media?
Answer
For pediatric otitis media, it is recommended that parents administer anti-inflammatory medications to their child. They can also use regional anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child experiences severe pain, some painkillers can be given to alleviate the pain. If there are fever symptoms, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical treatment as soon as possible. If an eardrum perforation occurs, timely surgical treatment is required. Parents are advised to pay close attention to the disease, seek medical consultation early, and pay attention to related prevention and health care work.