Question
A 3-year-old girl, just started kindergarten, recently felt a bit of pain in her ear. This morning, she was found to have more yellow earwax and showed a lack of appetite and discomfort in her throat. She inquired about how to treat earache in children with otitis media.
Answer
Generally, it is recommended to follow medical advice and administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child. Inflammatory ear drops can also be used, and some painkillers may be considered to relieve ear pain, especially when the pain is severe. If fever is present, a fever-reducing medicine can be taken; in severe cases, medical attention should be sought promptly. In the event of tympanic membrane perforation, surgical treatment is required. Parents should pay attention to taking protective measures to prevent a recurrence of otitis media.