Question
My daughter is 4 years and 10 months old. Recently, she developed otitis media without any cold symptoms. On Sunday morning, she suddenly complained of ear pain and was crying. The hospital visit revealed red tympanic membrane and diagnosed it as otitis media. They prescribed Cefaclor (a cephalosporin antibiotic) and ear drops, and she did not have a fever. By the afternoon of the day she started taking the medication, her crying and restlessness subsided.
Answer
Otitis media is often caused by rhinitis and sinusitis, and weakened immunity due to colds can exacerbate otitis media. It is necessary to strengthen immunity and treat recurrent colds, rhinitis, and sinusitis while treating otitis media. Pediatric otitis media can be quite harmful to patients, so it is recommended that patients seek timely consultation with a specialist and receive treatment under a doctor’s guidance. In daily life, it is appropriate to engage in moderate exercise. Pay attention to prevent heat-related issues, and I hope the child can recover quickly!