Question
My son is 5 years old. Lately, he has been experiencing some pain in his ear, along with a lot of yellow earwax. Additionally, he seems to have little appetite and is quite weak. How should pediatric otitis media with pus be treated and diagnosed?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, the first step is to use symptomatic antibiotic medications, which can be administered locally. You can treat with anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s ear pain and purulent discharge are severe, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate symptoms. If the child has a fever, consider using fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. These are some common treatment methods. However, if the child shows symptoms of perforated eardrum, immediate hospital treatment and surgery may be required. At the same time, it is important to arrange a reasonable diet and lifestyle for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.