Question
Dear Sir, my son is just 6 years old. These days, he says his ears are itchy and painful. This morning, I found that the earwax is purulent and slightly yellow, and he also has a headache and fever. How should I treat my child’s itchy ears caused by otitis media?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are mainly used. Symptomatic medications can be used according to the child’s symptoms, which have good effects. You can conduct a bacterial culture of ear secretions based on the test results and use anti-inflammatory ear drops. When the child’s ear pain is severe, painkillers can be used appropriately. Some children may also have a fever, in which case you can give the child some antipyretic medication. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is necessary to seek medical attention. If your child has a problem with eardrum perforation, you need to go to the hospital for timely surgical treatment. After the condition improves, it is recommended to take your child for moderate exercise to improve immunity and prevent recurrence.