Question
A 5-year-old boy, this week, reported that his ears are itchy and painful. He has noticed occasional yellowish fluid discharge. Additionally, he seems to have little appetite and is very weak. How should pediatric otitis media with drainage be treated effectively?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are mainly used. Symptomatic medications can be used according to the child’s symptoms, which are effective. Parents can give the child regional treatment with anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has severe ear pain, it is recommended to administer painkillers as needed. If the child has fever symptoms, some antipyretic medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child develops severe conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. Parents should also pay attention to protecting their children properly in their daily lives to prevent recurrent otitis media.