Question

A 11-year-old boy recently reported ear pain and yellowish purulent discharge in his earwax, accompanied by a low-grade fever. How should otitis media with yellow pus in the child’s ear be treated?

Answer

Treatment for pediatric otitis media can involve using symptomatic medication based on the child’s symptoms, performing ear secretion bacterial culture, and using anti-inflammatory ear drops according to the results of the examination. If the child’s ear pain is severe, a suitable amount of pain reliever can be administered, and if there is a fever, a fever reducer can be given or immediate medical attention should be sought. In addition to medication, if the condition is severe enough to cause tympanic membrane perforation, surgical treatment may be necessary. During treatment, it is important to maintain good dietary hygiene and get adequate rest.