Question
A boy, who is 2 years old, has been complaining about a bit of pain in his ear this week. In the morning, he occasionally has yellow fluid draining from his ear, accompanied by a slight fever. How should one treat a child’s ear infection when there is yellow fluid in the ear?
Answer
Generally speaking, for pediatric otitis media, it is effective to administer symptomatic antibiotics to the child. Besides systemic medication, regional treatment can also be carried out by using anti-inflammatory ear drops for medical treatment. If the child’s ear pain is severe, it is recommended to give some painkillers based on the situation. Additionally, if there is a fever, some antipyretics can be taken. In case of high fever, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. These methods are currently among the more common treatments for otitis media. Moreover, if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment is necessary. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.