Question
Dear Parent, my daughter is currently 8 years old. This week, she mentioned that her ear hurts, and I noticed that the earwax is purulent and slightly yellow. She also has a low-grade fever. How should I treat her pediatric otitis media with yellow discharge in the ear?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications are the current methods and drugs for treating pediatric otitis media in clinical practice. Parents can choose symptomatic treatment or regional medication, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the baby. If the child has severe ear pain, it is recommended to give some painkillers according to the situation. If the child has fever symptoms, they can take some antipyretic drugs. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if there has been a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be performed. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.