Question
My 8-year-old son recently told me his ear hurts, there’s some yellow earwax coming out, and he has a slight fever. How can we diagnose and treat the earache caused by pediatric otitis media?
Answer
In current clinical treatment, the primary method for treating pediatric otitis media is with antibiotic medications. Appropriate medication can be used based on the child’s symptoms, with good results. Parents can administer regional anti-inflammatory ear drops to the child for treatment, and also provide painkillers when the child feels ear pain. If accompanied by a high fever, medication should be used according to the symptoms. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical treatment promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if there has been a tympanic membrane perforation, timely surgical treatment should be considered. During the treatment period, please ensure that the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.