Question
My child is a 6-year-old boy. In recent days, he has been scratching his ears and complaining of itching. Occasionally, there has also been a yellowish liquid discharge. Additionally, he has a low-grade fever. How should ear pain caused by pediatric otitis media be treated?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are primarily used. Symptomatic medications can be used according to the child’s symptoms, which have shown good effects. If the child’s condition is more severe, some regional treatments can be combined, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. When the child’s ear pain is severe, painkillers can be used appropriately. Some children may also have a fever, and in this case, oral antipyretics can be given to the child. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is necessary to seek medical attention. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child’s condition is severe and there is a perforation of the eardrum, hospital surgery treatment is required. Pay attention to a light diet in daily life, and mainly consume liquid foods during treatment.