Question
My daughter is 3 years old and just started kindergarten. She has been tugging at her ears and saying they are itchy for the past few days. I found that the earwax is purulent and yellowish. She has poor appetite and is very weak. How should I treat her mucus-filled otitis media?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, it is first advisable to use symptomatic antibiotic medications, along with regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child complains of ear pain, it is recommended to give painkillers in appropriate doses to alleviate symptoms. If accompanied by a high fever, choose medication based on the symptoms; in severe cases, seek medical attention as soon as possible. If an eardrum perforation occurs, immediate surgical treatment is recommended. It is suggested that parents pay attention to this disease, seek medical attention early, and pay attention to prevention and health care in their daily lives.