Question
A 1-year-old boy is experiencing ear pain and yellowish earwax discharge, accompanied by headaches and fever. How should pediatric otitis media with purulent discharge be treated?
Answer
For pediatric otitis media, anti-inflammatory medications can be chosen under a doctor’s guidance, along with local treatments such as ear drops. If the child primarily exhibits symptoms of ear pain, parents can administer a moderate amount of pain relievers to alleviate symptoms. If fever is present, medication should be used according to the symptoms, and in severe cases, immediate medical attention should be sought. In case of tympanic membrane perforation, timely surgical treatment is required. During the treatment period, it is important to keep warm and avoid catching a cold to prevent exacerbation of symptoms.