Question
My daughter is 2 years old. This week, she said her ears were itchy and painful. I noticed that there was a lot of yellow earwax, and her ears were buzzing. She also had a slight fever. How should pediatric otitis media with purulent discharge be treated?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. Regional drug treatment can be used, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. If the child’s ear pain and yellow watery discharge are severe, it is advisable to use some painkillers to relieve symptoms. If the child also has a high fever, some fever-reducing medicine can be taken as appropriate. However, if the fever persists, it is imperative to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these medication treatments, if the child’s condition is severe and there is a perforation of the eardrum, hospital surgery may be required. Finally, parents should pay attention to this disease, bring their children for medical treatment as soon as possible, and also pay attention to doing related preventive and health care work in daily life.