Question
Dear reader, my 4-year-old daughter has been complaining about ear pain recently. There is yellow fluid coming out of her ear, and she has lost her appetite and is feeling weak. What should I do to treat her earache caused by otitis media?
Answer
In such cases, it is recommended to follow the doctor’s advice and administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child, and consider using topical anti-inflammatory ear drops. When the ear pain is severe, painkillers can be given to alleviate the pain. If there is a fever, antipyretic medication can be taken. If the situation is serious, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. In cases of repeated acute attacks or if there is a perforation of the eardrum, surgical treatment may be necessary. Parents should also take precautions to prevent a recurrence of otitis media.