Question
My child is a 1-year-old boy. He has been tugging at his ears recently, complaining of itching. This morning, I found that he has a lot of yellow earwax, accompanied by a headache and fever. How should I treat his pediatric otitis media when he can’t hear or speak clearly?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance to alleviate the inflammatory symptoms. Consider regional treatments, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. For severe ear pain, painkillers can be used in moderation. If there is fever, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. If there is a perforation in the eardrum, timely surgical treatment is required. Parents are advised to take the disease seriously, seek medical treatment early, and pay attention to preventive health care.