Question
My 3-year-old daughter just started kindergarten, and for the past few days, she’s been constantly tugging at her ear, saying it itches. Occasionally, there’s also a yellowish fluid coming out, and she’s not eating well and has a sore throat. What should be the effective treatment for pediatric otitis media with drainage?
Answer
Antibiotics are one of the common methods for treating otitis media, and they should be used appropriately. At the same time, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be combined. If the child mainly has ear pain symptoms, giving a moderate dose of pain relievers can help alleviate the pain. If there is fever, a moderate dose of fever-reducing medicine can be used. In severe cases, medical treatment should be sought as soon as possible. If there is a perforation in the eardrum, timely surgical treatment is required. Additionally, it is recommended to provide a light diet and enhance nutritional supplementation to promote recovery.