Question
A 2-year-old baby girl, recently reported ear pain, noticed a lot of yellow earwax, and seemed to have little appetite and fatigue. How should a child’s otitis media and tinnitus be treated effectively?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the current methods and medications for treating pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose symptomatic treatment, and can perform bacterial culture of ear secretions. According to the results of the examination, use anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s symptoms of ear pain and yellow fluid discharge are severe, it is recommended to use some painkillers to relieve symptoms. If the child has a fever, some antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. 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, attention should also be paid to maintaining good dietary hygiene and sufficient rest time.