Question
My daughter is 4 years old, and recently she has been feeling itchy and painful in her ear, with yellow fluid coming out. She also has a headache and fever. How should I treat her earache caused by otitis media?
Answer
To treat otitis media symptomatically, it is necessary to administer anti-inflammatory medications based on the child’s symptoms, such as using local anti-inflammatory ear drops. When the child experiences severe ear pain and yellow fluid discharge, it is advisable to use painkillers to alleviate the symptoms. If accompanied by a high fever, medication should be used according to the child’s condition. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly and may require surgical treatment if necessary. During the treatment period, it is important to keep warm and avoid catching a cold to prevent exacerbation of symptoms.