Question
A 5-year-old boy is experiencing ear pain, thick and yellow earwax, headache, and fever. How to treat pediatric otitis media with pus?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, regional treatment with antibiotics can be used, as well as anti-inflammatory ear drops. For primary symptoms of ear pain, painkillers can be considered; for fever, antipyretics can be used. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly, such as professional treatment for perforated eardrum. During treatment, it is advisable to eat a light diet and consume mainly liquid foods.