1. What is otitis media in babies?
Otitis media refers to inflammation of the middle ear, usually caused by bacterial or viral infection. Otitis media in infants refers to inflammation of the middle ear of infants and young children. Because infants and young children\’s immunity has not yet fully developed, they are more susceptible to infection.
2. Common symptoms of otitis media in babies
1. Fever: The baby may have a high fever with a body temperature exceeding 38°C.
2. Ear pain: Due to infection and fluid accumulation in the middle ear, infants and young children will suffer from severe heart-piercing pain in the ears.
3. Purulent discharge: When the fluid in the middle ear cannot be drained, pus will flow out of the ear canal.
4. Redness and swelling: Congestion and edema caused by infection can cause the external auditory canal of infants and young children to become red and swollen.
5. Vomiting: Severe head discomfort and high fever may cause the baby to vomit.
3. How to prevent otitis media in babies
1. Feeding method: Breastfeeding can enhance the baby\’s immunity and reduce the chance of infection.
2. Avoid second-hand smoke: Second-hand smoke can have adverse effects on the breathing of infants and young children and increase the risk of otitis media.
3. Avoid colds: Colds are one of the main causes of otitis media. Avoiding colds in infants and young children is an important measure to prevent otitis media.
4. Pay attention to cleanliness: Keep the environment around your baby clean and hygienic to avoid the growth of bacteria and viruses.
4. How to treat otitis media in babies
1. Antibiotic treatment: If the middle ear infection is caused by bacteria, the doctor will prescribe antibiotics for treatment.
2. Pain relief: Antipyretics and analgesics can be used to relieve the baby\’s discomfort.
3. Hot compress and massage: You can use a warm water bag or towel to apply to the external auditory canal on the affected side, and gently massage to help drain the fluid.
4. Surgical treatment: In some patients with severe otitis media, surgical treatment may be required.
5. How to prevent recurrence of otitis media in babies
1. Regular check-ups: Take your baby to the hospital for regular check-ups and timely treatment of problems.
2. Avoid colds: Avoid colds in infants and young children and reduce the recurrence of otitis media.
3. Keep warm: To prevent infants and young children from catching colds, strengthen measures to keep warm.
4. Dietary conditioning: A reasonable diet can enhance the baby\’s immunity and prevent the recurrence of otitis media.
6. Summary
Baby otitis media is a relatively common childhood disease, and parents should pay attention to prevention and treatment. If relevant symptoms occur, you should seek medical treatment promptly and receive treatment and care as directed by the doctor. At the same time, we should also pay attention to daily preventive work to prevent children from catching colds and colds.
