Question
What’s going on with my baby’s ear discharge?
Answer
Otitis media is an ear condition that commonly affects babies. When children feel ear pain, they may cry. Sometimes, parents may not find the cause until they see pus in the ear and realize there’s a problem. The development of otitis media into an abscess can result in tympanic membrane perforation. After pus is discharged and the condition is diagnosed and treated, the perforation usually heals, and symptoms improve. However, if the disease does not heal within 2 to 3 months, it may become chronic. Although pain may decrease, the child’s body temperature may still rise, often accompanied by vomiting, crying, and even potential hearing loss. If bacteria Intrusion the inner ear or brain, it can not only severely affect hearing but also trigger some dangerous diseases.