Question
Dear parents, my son is just 6 years old, and in recent days, he has been complaining of itching and pain in his ear. This morning, the earwax was a bit thick and yellowish, and he also has a headache and fever. How should purulent pediatric otitis media be treated effectively?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric otitis media can involve symptomatic medication based on the child’s symptoms. Parents can administer regional treatment with anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the ear pain is severe, some painkillers may be appropriate. If there is a high fever accompanying the symptoms, medication should be used according to the child’s condition. In severe cases, please seek medical treatment at a hospital as soon as possible. For repeated acute severe cases or those with tympanic membrane perforation, timely surgical treatment should be performed. During treatment, it is also important to arrange for a light diet for the child, enhance nutritional supplementation, and help with an early recovery.