Question
A 9-year-old boy has been complaining of ear pain for the past few days, with occasional discharge of yellow fluid, accompanied by headaches and fever. How should one treat symptoms of pediatric otitis media and ear itching?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications are common methods and drugs used in clinical treatment for pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose appropriate medications based on the symptoms. Additionally, regional treatments can be administered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the child primarily exhibits ear pain, it is recommended that parents moderately administer painkillers to relieve the pain. If the child also has fever symptoms, they can take antipyretic medication. In case of severe symptoms or if there is an eardrum perforation, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Parents should also pay attention to daily protective measures for their child to prevent a recurrence of otitis media.