Question
My child is a 3-year-old boy. This week, he has been scratching his ears and complaining of itching. I noticed that there is a lot of yellow earwax. He also has a headache and fever. How should I treat my child’s otitis media and tinnitus?
Answer
If your child has otitis media, the first step is to use symptomatic antibiotic medication. In addition to systemic treatment, regional treatment can also be carried out by using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If your child has severe ear pain, it is recommended to give some painkillers according to the situation. If the child has a fever, consider using antipyretics. If the condition is severe, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. These are some commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child shows symptoms of tympanic membrane perforation, timely hospitalization and surgical treatment are required. Pay attention to a light diet in daily life and consume liquid food mainly during the treatment period.