Question
My 3-year-old daughter has been complaining of ear pain while at kindergarten recently. The earwax is thick and yellow, and she has also developed tinnitus and low-grade fever. How should this condition be treated?
Answer
The treatment for pediatric otitis media can involve using symptomatic medication, such as regional ear drops for anti-inflammatory purposes. If ear pain is severe, a small amount of pain reliever can be administered, and if accompanied by fever, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. If symptoms do not subside, it is essential to seek medical attention. If there is a perforation in the eardrum, parents may consider surgical treatment, while also ensuring good dietary hygiene and adequate rest.