Question
How should otitis media with pus in children be treated? My daughter is 8 years old and has been experiencing some pain in her ear recently, with a lot of yellow earwax and accompanied by headaches and fever.
Answer
Current clinical treatments for pediatric otitis media include antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications. Parents can choose medications based on symptoms and can also undergo regional treatments, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has ear pain with yellow discharge, it is recommended to use pain relievers to alleviate symptoms. If fever is present, consider using fever-reducing medication, but if the fever persists, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Otitis media is prone to recurrence, and if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely treatment is necessary. During treatment, it is important to supplement nutrition, maintain a light diet, and ensure adequate rest to avoid fatigue.