Question
My child is a 9-year-old boy, and he recently complained of ear pain. There is yellow earwax coming out, and he has a low-grade fever. How should I treat my child’s earache due to otitis media?
Answer
For treatment, it is recommended to consult a doctor to determine the appropriate medication. Consider giving your child anti-inflammatory medication, applying topical anti-inflammatory drops locally, and providing painkillers when there is ear pain. If the child has a fever, you can give him fever-reducing medicine or seek immediate medical attention. In addition to medication, if the condition is severe, such as a perforated eardrum, timely medical treatment should be sought. Parents should take precautions to prevent the recurrence of otitis media.