Question
Dear parents, my daughter is only 9 years old and has been experiencing ear pain for the past few days. Occasionally, she has yellowish fluid discharge from her ear, accompanied by headaches and fever. How should pediatric otitis media with purulent discharge be treated?
Answer
The common treatment methods for otitis media include antibiotic medication, regional therapy with anti-inflammatory ear drops, appropriate painkillers to alleviate ear pain, and fever-reducing medication for fever. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly, and if there is a perforation in the eardrum, timely surgical treatment is required. Additionally, a reasonable diet and lifestyle habits can aid in the recovery from the disease.