Question
My daughter is 1 year old, and recently she has been experiencing itchy and painful ears, occasionally with yellow fluid discharge, along with a decrease in appetite and discomfort in the throat. How should otitis media with purulent discharge in children be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
For such conditions, consider administering appropriate antibiotics to the child orally. If the condition is severe, regional anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used in conjunction. It is recommended to provide pain relief medication for the child, and consider fever-reducing medication if necessary. If accompanied by a high fever, antipyretic medication should be used as appropriate. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. If the eardrum is ruptured, parents may consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to keeping warm and avoiding cold to prevent exacerbation of symptoms.