Question
Is pediatric otitis media easy to treat? My child has a fever and is in pain, could it be otitis media?
Answer
Pediatric otitis media can be treated. Symptoms usually include upper respiratory symptoms such as a cold, purulent discharge from the ear, a feeling of ear fullness or pressure. Acute pediatric otitis media may present with fever, and young children often become restless, cry without reason, or constantly pull their ears because they cannot express the discomfort. Guidance on care and prevention of pediatric otitis media: After swimming, allow water in the ears to drain out; those with chronic otitis media should avoid swimming; be cautious when cleaning your child’s ears to prevent damage to the outer ear canal mucosa or tympanic membrane leading to infection; ensure adequate rest and sleep; pay attention to indoor air circulation to keep the nasal passages clear.