Question
My son is 7 years old. In recent days, he has been constantly scratching his ears and saying they are itchy. I noticed that there is a lot of yellow earwax, and his ears are buzzing. He also has a slight fever. How should we effectively treat pediatric otitis media with purulent discharge?
Answer
For an effective treatment of otitis media, it is advisable to choose some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance. If the child’s condition is severe, regional treatments can also be combined, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the pain in the ears is severe, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. If the child is accompanied by a fever, parents can give the child medication with fever-reducing effects. In serious cases, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. If there are repeated acute severe episodes or if there has been a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be performed. Pay attention to a light diet in daily life, and consume liquid food mainly during the treatment period.