Question
My daughter is 3 years old and just started kindergarten. Lately, she has been experiencing ear pain, thick and yellow earwax, and a low-grade fever. How should one treat earache due to otitis media in children?
Answer
Treatment for pediatric otitis media includes administering anti-inflammatory medications to the child, using anti-inflammatory ear drops, and appropriately using pain relievers. If fever is present, fever-reducing medication can be given or a medical consultation sought. In cases of tympanic membrane perforation, timely surgical treatment is required. During the treatment period, it is important to supplement nutrition, maintain a light diet, get adequate rest, and avoid fatigue.