Question
Dear reader, a 9-year-old girl has recently been experiencing ear pain, with occasional yellow fluid discharge. She has also lost her appetite and feels discomfort in her throat. How can one effectively treat a child’s otitis media with purulent discharge?
Answer
For treatment, it is recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions and administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child. In severe cases, regional treatment options such as anti-inflammatory ear drops may be considered. If the child experiences severe pain in the ear, painkillers can be administered as needed. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be given. If symptoms do not improve, it is essential to seek medical attention. If the child develops a perforated eardrum, it is advisable to seek medical treatment and surgery as soon as possible. Parents should take this disease seriously, bring their child for early medical treatment, and also pay attention to relevant preventive and health care measures in their daily lives.