Question
My son is 1 year old. This week, he said his ear hurt, and occasionally, yellow fluid would leak out. Additionally, he seems to have little appetite and is quite weak. How should I treat yellow effusion in my child’s otitis media?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the current methods and medications for treating pediatric otitis media in clinical settings. Parents can choose symptomatic medications. While taking medication, some regional treatments can be done, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the symptoms are mainly ear pain, consider giving painkillers. If the child has a fever, some antipyretic medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Otitis media has the characteristic of recurrence. If there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely treatment is required. Pay attention to a light diet during the treatment period, with a focus on liquid foods.