Question
Dear Baby, she is only 1 year old and has recently been saying her ear hurts a bit, and sometimes yellow fluid comes out. At the same time, she has a poor appetite and a sore throat. What should be done to effectively treat an earache in a child with otitis media?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory medication can be used, along with regional application of anti-inflammatory ear drops. For severe pain, regional painkillers can be considered. If fever is present, fever-reducing medication can be taken. In case of perforated eardrum, parents may consider surgical treatment. In daily diet, it is recommended to eat light and consume mainly liquid foods.