Question
A boy who is already 2 years old has been experiencing some ear pain this week. Upon inspection, it was found that the earwax is purulent and yellowish. Additionally, the child seems to have little appetite and is feeling weak. How should ear pain in children with otitis media be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, the first step is to use symptomatic antibiotic medication. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be combined. If the child’s primary symptom is ear pain, parents can consider giving some painkillers to relieve the discomfort. If the child also has a severe fever, some fever-reducing medication can be used appropriately. In severe cases, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the child develops a perforated eardrum, it is recommended to go to the hospital for surgical treatment as soon as possible. Finally, parents should pay attention to this disease and take their child for medical treatment as soon as possible. In addition, they should also pay attention to doing a good job of prevention and health care in their daily lives.