Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 3 years old, and recently he has been complaining of itchy and painful ears. Additionally, there is a lot of yellow earwax. He also has a headache and fever. How should I treat my child’s purulent otitis media effectively?
Answer
To treat pediatric otitis media, parents can first give the child some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. They can also perform a bacterial culture of the ear secretions and use anti-inflammatory ear drops based on the test results. If the child’s ear pain is severe, it is recommended to administer some painkillers according to the situation. If there is a high fever accompanying the symptoms, medication should be used based on the child’s condition. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek immediate medical treatment. If there is a risk of perforation of the eardrum, parents may consider surgical treatment for the child. During treatment, it is also important to arrange for a light diet and enhance nutritional supplementation to help the child recover as soon as possible.