Question
Dear doctor, my daughter is 5 years old and has had a bit of ear pain recently. This morning, she had yellow earwax discharge, accompanied by headache and fever. How should we diagnose and treat otitis media with ear itching in children?
Answer
Firstly, parents can give their child symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication to treat pediatric otitis media. While taking the medication, regional treatments can also be administered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has ear pain, painkillers can be administered. If the child has a fever, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Otitis media is characterized by recurrent attacks. If there is a perforation of the eardrum, it requires immediate medical treatment. Parents should also pay attention to protecting their children to prevent the recurrence of otitis media.