Question
A 8-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been constantly tugging at his ear, complaining of itching. Additionally, there is yellow earwax discharge, accompanied by a low-grade fever. How should a child with mucopurulent otitis media be treated?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it is otitis media in children, it is effective to administer some antibiotics symptomatically. Regional drug treatment can be chosen, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. When the child’s ear pain is severe, pain-relieving medication can also be used in moderation. If the child has a particularly high fever, some antipyretic medication should be used in moderation. If the condition is severe, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In cases of repeated acute severe episodes or if there is a tympanic membrane perforation, timely surgical treatment should be performed. Lastly, parents are advised to take this disease seriously and bring their child for treatment as soon as possible. In addition, they should also pay attention to doing related preventive and health care work in their daily lives.