Question
My 3-year-old daughter just started kindergarten, and for the past week, she’s been tugging at her ear and saying it itches. This morning, I found that there’s a purulent, slightly yellow earwax, and she’s also experiencing headaches and fever. How should ear pain in children with otitis media be treated effectively?
Answer
Treatment must be based on the child’s symptoms and administered with symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. If the condition is severe, regional treatment can also be combined, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child experiences severe ear pain, painkillers may be considered. If fever is present, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If an eardrum perforation occurs, immediate medical attention and surgical treatment should be sought. At the same time, attention should be paid to providing a light diet, strengthening nutritional supplementation, and promoting a quick recovery.