Question
Dear parents, my daughter is currently 8 years old and has been experiencing ear pain, abnormal earwax, and a low-grade fever recently. How should we treat her otitis media in this situation?
Answer
When a child has otitis media, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be used, along with regional treatments such as applying anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the main symptom is ear pain, painkillers may be considered. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If symptoms do not improve, it is imperative to seek medical attention. These are the currently common methods of treating otitis media. Additionally, if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment is required. Parents should take precautions to prevent recurrence of otitis media.