Question
Dear Parent, my 3-year-old daughter has been experiencing pain in her ear and discharge of yellow fluid recently, accompanied by headaches and fever. How should the symptoms of pediatric otitis media be treated?
Answer
For children with otitis media, anti-inflammatory medications can be used for symptomatic treatment, along with regional therapy such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. Painkillers can be considered for severe ear pain, and antipyretics can be taken if there are fever symptoms. If the condition is severe, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If there is a perforation in the eardrum, parents may consider surgical treatment. Additionally, parents should take precautions to protect their child to prevent a recurrence of otitis media.