Question
My son is 2 years old. Recently, he has been experiencing ear pain and itching, with yellowish fluid oozing out, a buzzing sound in his ear, and a low-grade fever. How should one treat otitis media in children when there is yellow fluid in the ear?
Answer
For the child’s symptoms, treatment of otitis media requires the administration of symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication, and regional anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be used. If the ear pain is severe, painkillers can be considered. If fever is present, antipyretic medication can be taken. In case of severe conditions, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly, and surgical treatment should be done as soon as possible if there is a perforation in the eardrum. At the same time, providing a reasonable diet and sleep habits will help in the recovery from the disease.