Question
My daughter is 3 years old and just started kindergarten. These days, her ears have been a bit painful. In the morning, there’s a lot of yellow earwax, and her ears are buzzing. She also has a slight fever. How should we treat her for otitis media and ear ringing?
Answer
When treating this condition, you can give your child some symptomatic antibiotic medication and also consider some regional treatments, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s ear pain is severe, painkillers can be considered. If there are fever symptoms, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there is a perforation in the eardrum, parents may consider surgical treatment for their child. Parents should also pay attention to protecting their child to prevent a recurrence of otitis media.