Question
The 6-year-old boy has been saying his ears are itchy and painful this week. Upon inspection, the earwax is somewhat thick and yellowish. Additionally, he seems to have little appetite and is feeling weak. How should a child’s otitis media with purulent discharge be treated?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications are the current methods and drugs used to treat pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose based on the symptoms. Regional medication treatment can be used, selecting anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain is severe, painkillers can be used appropriately. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. If symptoms cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. In addition to medication treatment, if the child’s condition is severe and there is a perforation of the eardrum, hospital surgery is required. At the same time, pay attention to giving the child a light diet, increasing nutritional supplements to help recover sooner.