Question
My son is 9 years old and has been tugging at his ear, saying it itches, and occasionally, yellow fluid has been coming out. At the same time, he has a buzzing sound in his ear and a slight fever. How should we treat a child’s otitis media and tinnitus?
Answer
If a child is diagnosed with otitis media, appropriate antibiotic medications or regional use of anti-inflammatory ear drops can be considered first; painkillers can be used for ear pain; if there is a fever, antipyretic medication can be taken, and if the fever is high, it is recommended to seek medical attention early. These are common methods of treating otitis media. If an eardrum perforation occurs, timely surgical treatment should be performed, and during the treatment period, attention should be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and adequate rest.