Question
A 6-year-old boy has recently been experiencing itchy and painful ears, with more earwax and a yellowish color. He also has a low-grade fever. How can one effectively treat a child’s otitis media and ear pain?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medication for their child under a doctor’s guidance to alleviate inflammation. A bacterial culture of the ear discharge can be performed, and an anti-inflammatory ear drop can be used based on the test results. Painkillers can be used for obvious ear pain symptoms. If the child has a high fever, a reasonable amount of antipyretic medication should be administered. If symptoms are severe, medical attention should be sought immediately. If an eardrum perforation occurs, hospital surgery may be required. During treatment, proper dietary hygiene should be maintained, and sufficient rest should be ensured.