Question
My son is 3 years old. This week, he told me his ear was a bit painful. I checked and found that the earwax was purulent, somewhat yellow, and he also had a headache and fever. How should I treat my child’s otitis media with drainage?
Answer
When treating such diseases, you can give the child some antibiotics that are appropriate for the symptoms, perform a bacterial culture of ear secretions, and use anti-inflammatory ear drops based on the test results. If the child has a lot of ear pain, you can also give some painkillers. If the child also has a high fever, you can consider giving some fever-reducing medicine. However, if the fever persists, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. These methods are currently commonly used in the treatment of otitis media. In addition, if there is a situation of tympanic membrane perforation, it is necessary to undergo surgery promptly. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child is kept warm and to avoid catching a cold to exacerbate symptoms.