Question
Dear reader, my daughter, who is currently 5 years old, has been experiencing ear pain recently. She has yellow earwax discharge, a buzzing sound in her ear, and a slight fever. How should we treat the earache caused by pediatric otitis media?
Answer
It is recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions and administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child. Regional drug treatment can consider ear drops, and painkillers can be considered for symptoms primarily characterized by ear pain. If accompanied by a high fever, antipyretic medication should be used as appropriate. In severe cases, immediate medical attention is required, and surgery may be necessary if there is a perforation of the eardrum. During the treatment period, maintaining good dietary hygiene and adequate rest are particularly important.