Question
My daughter is 3 years old and has been experiencing ear pain, discharging a lot of yellow earwax, and has a loss of appetite and throat discomfort since starting kindergarten. How should I treat her pediatric otitis media?
Answer
The treatment for pediatric otitis media includes antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications, which parents can choose based on the symptoms. If the condition is severe, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be combined. If the child has severe ear pain, painkillers can be considered; if there is a fever, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. If symptoms do not improve, it is essential to seek medical attention. If the child develops a perforated eardrum, timely surgical treatment is necessary, and attention should be given to arranging a light diet and increasing nutrition to aid in a quick recovery.