Question
My child is a 3-year-old boy. This week, he said his ears were itchy and painful. I noticed that there was a lot of yellow earwax. Additionally, he has headaches and a fever. How should I treat his earache caused by otitis media?
Answer
If your child has otitis media, you can first use symptomatic antibiotic medications, which can be treated regionally. You can also use anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. If your child’s ear pain is severe, it is recommended to give him some painkillers. If the child has a fever, parents can give him some fever-reducing medications. In severe cases, medical treatment should be sought as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe occurrences or if there is already a tympanic membrane perforation, timely surgical treatment should be carried out. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure enough rest time.