Question
How should a child with otitis media with pus be treated? The little girl is 9 years old and has been experiencing itchy and painful ears, with excessive yellow earwax and accompanied by headaches and fever in recent days.
Answer
Treat the symptoms with anti-inflammatory medication, locally apply anti-inflammatory ear drops, and administer painkillers as needed, especially when the ear pain is severe. If there is a high fever, appropriate amounts of fever-reducing medication can be used. If the fever persists, medical attention should be sought promptly. If symptoms of perforated eardrum occur, immediate medical attention and surgical treatment are required. During the treatment period, maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.