Question
Dear parents, my daughter is only 9 years old. These days, she has been complaining that her ear hurts a bit. Additionally, there is a lot of yellow earwax, and the ear has a buzzing sound. She also has a slight fever. How should we treat a child with otitis media who cannot hear clearly?
Answer
Currently, the main treatment for pediatric otitis media in clinical practice is antibiotics. Appropriate medications can be selected based on the child’s symptoms for effective treatment. Regional ear drops can be used for treatment, and painkillers can also be administered according to the child’s condition, especially when the ear is severely painful, which can help alleviate the pain. If the child has a fever, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible, and if there are serious symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum, immediate hospital treatment is required. Parents should pay attention to this disease and take their children to the doctor for treatment as soon as possible, and also pay attention to related preventive and health care work in daily life.