Question
A 13-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been complaining that his ears are itchy and painful lately. Additionally, there is a lot of yellow earwax. He also has headaches and a fever. How should one effectively treat an earache in children with otitis media?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be used. Regional drug treatment can be chosen, such as choosing an anti-inflammatory ear drop. If the ear pain is severe, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. If the child has a fever, parents can give the child fever-reducing medication or take them to the hospital immediately. In addition to these drug treatment methods, if the child’s condition is severe and there is a perforation of the eardrum, hospital surgery may be required. At the same time, attention should also be paid to arranging a reasonable diet and lifestyle for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.