Question
My son is 5 years old and has been constantly tugging at his ear lately. His ear itches and there is yellow fluid coming out, along with a buzzing sound and a slight fever. How should earache and swelling in children with otitis media be treated?
Answer
For effective treatment of otitis media, you can choose medications with anti-inflammatory properties based on the doctor’s advice, conduct local treatment, and use anti-inflammatory ear drops for medical treatment. If the ear pain is severe, you can moderately administer painkillers. If the child has a high fever, you can consider using fever-reducing medication. In serious cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly, such as for issues like perforation of the eardrum, which may require timely surgical treatment at the hospital. At the same time, it is important to arrange for a child-friendly diet and sleep habits to help the disease recover sooner.