Question
My son is 2 years old. This week, he’s been experiencing some pain in his ear, along with occasional discharge of yellow fluid, and he has also had a low-grade fever. How should I treat his earache caused by otitis media?
Answer
Generally speaking, there are some treatment methods that can be adopted to alleviate the symptoms of pediatric otitis media. You can give your child some antibiotics, which are often effective in many cases. In addition, you can use some topical medications, such as ear drops, choosing the anti-inflammatory type. If your child’s ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, it is recommended to use some painkillers to relieve the symptoms. If your child has a high fever, you can give him some antipyretic medication; however, if the fever persists, please seek medical attention promptly. If your child has a perforated eardrum, parents can consider surgical treatment for their child. At the same time, it is important to arrange a reasonable diet and rest habits for your child to help the disease recover sooner.