Question
My child is a 1-year-old boy. Lately, he has been constantly tugging at his ears, complaining of itching. Occasionally, there is also a yellowish fluid discharge. Additionally, he has headaches and fever. How should one treat a child with otitis media who has difficulty hearing and speaking clearly?
Answer
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications can be appropriately used, and after the ear secretion bacteria culture, anti-inflammatory ear drops can be applied. If the child’s ear pain and yellow fluid discharge are severe, it is recommended to use pain relief medication, and antipyretics can be administered if there is a fever. If symptoms cannot be relieved, it is necessary to seek medical attention. If there are severe conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, immediate medical treatment is required. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain good dietary hygiene and get adequate rest.