Question
My daughter is 4 years old. Recently, yellow fluid has been coming out of her ear, and she has some pain in her ear, loss of appetite, and feels very weak. How should otitis media with yellow discharge in children be treated?
Answer
It is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions and administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child. In severe cases, regional treatment can be combined, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain is severe, consider using a moderate amount of painkillers. When the child has a fever, parents can give fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. Otitis media often recurs, and timely treatment is required if there is a perforation of the eardrum. During the treatment period, it is important to supplement nutrition, eat a light diet, and ensure adequate rest to avoid fatigue.