Question
A 3-year-old girl, just started kindergarten, is suffering from ear pain, yellow earwax discharge, tinnitus, and a low fever. How should pediatric otitis media with purulent discharge be treated?
Answer
It is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s orders to administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child and use anti-inflammatory ear drops for localized treatment. For children with severe ear pain, painkillers can be used. Medication should be adjusted according to the child’s symptoms if there is a high fever. In severe cases, seek medical attention promptly. Otitis media has a tendency to recur, and if there is a perforation of the eardrum, immediate medical attention is required. Parents should take precautions to prevent a recurrence of otitis media.