Question
My son is 4 years old and a boy. Lately, he has been complaining about ear pain, and this morning, I noticed that the earwax is purulent and a bit yellow. Moreover, he seems to have little appetite and is rather weak. How should we treat otitis media in children if they can’t hear clearly?
Answer
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications can be appropriately used. Regional drug treatment can be considered, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used for medical treatment. If the child’s main symptom is ear pain, parents can give some painkillers to alleviate the pain. If the child has a fever, then antipyretic medication should be used judiciously. If the condition is severe, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child develops severe conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, immediate medical treatment is required. During treatment, it is also important to arrange a light diet for the child and enhance nutritional supplementation to help with an early recovery.