Question
The boy is already 1 year old. For the past few days, the child has been constantly tugging at his ear and saying it itches. In the morning, there is a lot of yellow earwax, and he also has headaches and a fever. How should a child with otitis media with yellow discharge from the ear be treated effectively?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are mainly used. Symptomatic medications can be used according to the child’s symptoms, which are quite effective. Additionally, regional treatments can be administered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child or administering painkillers based on the child’s condition. Especially when the ear pain is severe, these can help alleviate the pain. If accompanied by a high fever, medication should be used according to the child’s symptoms, and in severe cases, it is recommended to seek medical treatment at a hospital as soon as possible. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child’s condition is severe and there is a perforation in the eardrum, hospital surgery is required for treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. It is also important to ensure that the child gets plenty of rest and avoids fatigue.