Question
The 2-year-old girl has been complaining of an itchy and painful ear this week. The earwax is somewhat thick and yellow, accompanied by a slight fever. How should otitis media in children be treated for ear pain?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, appropriate anti-inflammatory medications can be used to treat the symptoms, along with local treatments such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. Painkillers can also be administered if there is ear pain. If there is a high fever, a reasonable amount of fever-reducing medicine can be used. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. In addition to medication, if the child develops serious conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, hospital surgery may be required. At the same time, reasonable diet and lifestyle habits should be arranged to help the disease recover sooner.