Question
My son is 9 years old. This week, he said his ear hurt, and I noticed that occasionally, there was also yellow fluid coming out. Additionally, his appetite is not good, and his throat feels uncomfortable. How should a child’s ear infection with yellow fluid in the ear be effectively treated?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications are currently the methods and drugs used in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose according to symptoms, and regional treatment can also be carried out, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the child has severe ear pain, some painkillers can be administered appropriately. If the child has fever symptoms, some antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, medical treatment should be sought as soon as possible. If there are repeated acute severe cases or if there has been a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be performed. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure enough rest time.