Question
How should otitis media with drainage in children be treated? A 13-year-old boy recently experienced ear pain, excessive yellow earwax, tinnitus, and low-grade fever.
Answer
For pediatric otitis media, antibiotics, topical ear drops, and pain relievers are typically used. If fever is present, a fever reducer can be taken. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought promptly, and if there is a perforation of the eardrum, surgical treatment should be administered as soon as possible. It is also important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes plenty of fruits and vegetables.