Question

A 7-year-old boy is experiencing ear pain, yellow discharge, headache, and fever. How should otitis media be treated?

Answer

You can choose to treat otitis media with anti-inflammatory medications as recommended by a doctor, including regional anti-inflammatory ear drops. If necessary, you can use painkillers in appropriate amounts to relieve pain. If fever is present, oral antipyretics can be taken. If symptoms do not improve, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Perforation of the eardrum requires surgical treatment, and parents should take precautions to prevent a recurrence of otitis media.