Question
Dear parents, our daughter is currently 4 years old. Lately, she has been complaining of ear pain, and in the morning, there has been an occasional yellowish fluid discharge. She also seems to have little appetite and is feeling weak. How should we treat a child’s otitis media with yellow discharge?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric otitis media, it can be effectively treated by giving the child symptomatic antibiotics. Additionally, regional treatments can be performed, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. For children with prominent earache symptoms, pain-relieving medication can be administered. If the child has a fever, some antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If your child has a perforated eardrum, immediate hospital treatment and surgery may be required. Parents should also pay attention to protecting their child to prevent a recurrence of otitis media.