Question
A 7-year-old boy is in elementary school. This week, he complained of ear pain and was found to have purulent, yellow earwax, accompanied by a slight fever. How should the symptoms of pediatric otitis media be treated for the best results?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, antibiotics can be considered as the first line of treatment, along with regional therapy such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. For ear pain as the main symptom, painkillers can be considered. If there are fever symptoms, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Additionally, if an eardrum perforation occurs, timely surgical treatment is required. At the same time, pay attention to a light diet and increase nutritional supplementation to promote a quick recovery.