Question
My child is 6 years old and has recently been experiencing ear pain, excessive and yellow earwax, and a low-grade fever. What are effective treatment methods for the ear pain associated with pediatric otitis media?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, the first-line treatment is to use antibiotic medications. Topical ear drops can help control inflammation, and analgesics may be considered for ear pain. If fever is present, antipyretic medication should be used. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought promptly, and surgery may be required for perforated eardrums. It’s important to take precautions daily to prevent recurrent otitis media.