Question
A 11-year-old boy, in elementary school, has recently been experiencing symptoms such as ear pain, yellowish fluid discharge from the ear, tinnitus, and low-grade fever. How should one treat a child’s otitis media and tinnitus?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance to alleviate inflammatory symptoms. If the condition is severe, consider regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. For severe ear pain, painkillers can be used in moderation, and antipyretics can be administered as needed for fever. If the condition is severe, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there are repeated acute attacks or if there is already a tympanic membrane perforation, surgical treatment may be necessary. At the same time, it is important to pay attention to providing the child with a reasonable diet and lifestyle habits to promote recovery.