Question
A 3-year-old girl just started kindergarten and has had a slight earache for the past few days, occasionally discharging yellow fluid, showing reduced appetite, and feeling weak. How should this be handled?
Answer
When a child has otitis media, it is advisable to start with appropriate antibiotic medication for treatment, along with regional therapy such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. For ear pain, painkillers can be administered. If fever is present, antipyretic medication can be taken, and it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible in case of high fever. If an eardrum perforation occurs, timely surgical treatment is necessary. At the same time, attention should be paid to arranging the child’s reasonable diet and rest schedule to help the disease recover sooner.