Question
My three-year-old son has recently been experiencing ear pain with yellow pus discharge, accompanied by a slight fever. How should we treat his middle ear infection with discharging pus?
Answer
Treatment requires the use of symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the symptoms, and regional medication treatment can be combined, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain is severe, painkillers can be used in moderation. If there is a high fever, consider fever-reducing medication, but if the fever persists, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. In severe cases, if an eardrum perforation occurs, hospital surgery is required, and attention should be paid to maintaining good dietary hygiene and sufficient rest.