Question
A 10-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been scratching his ear and complaining of itching. Additionally, there is yellow earwax discharge, accompanied by a slight fever. How should one effectively treat ear pain caused by otitis media in children?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric otitis media, it is effective to give the child some symptomatic antibiotics. In addition, regional treatment methods can be combined, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for medical treatment. Depending on the child’s condition, painkillers can be administered appropriately, especially when the ear pain is severe, which can help alleviate the pain. If the child has a particularly high fever, some antipyretic medication can be used appropriately. If symptoms are severe, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to these drug treatment methods, if the child develops serious conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, immediate medical attention is required. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets plenty of rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.