Question
How should a child’s otitis media with yellow discharge be treated?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric otitis media can involve using symptomatic medication based on the child’s symptoms, performing bacterial cultures of ear secretions, and using anti-inflammatory ear drops according to the test results. If the pain is severe, some painkillers may be appropriately administered. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be given. If these measures do not alleviate the symptoms, it is necessary to seek medical attention. These methods are currently commonly used in the treatment of otitis media. If there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment is required. At the same time, it is important to provide the child with a light diet, increase nutritional supplementation, and promote an early recovery.