Question
A 1-year-old boy is experiencing ear pain, excessive and yellow earwax, headache, and fever. What are the methods for treating pediatric otitis media?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications are the commonly used methods for clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Regional drug treatment can be selected based on symptoms, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. For ear pain symptoms, analgesics can be considered; if accompanied by fever, antipyretic medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly, and surgical treatment may be considered for tympanic membrane perforation. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to nutritional supplementation, a light diet, adequate rest, and avoiding fatigue.