Question
My son is 2 years old. This week, his ear has been a bit painful, and occasionally, yellow fluid has been coming out. Additionally, his appetite is not good, and his throat feels uncomfortable. How should we treat a child’s otitis media with yellow fluid in the ear?
Answer
Firstly, parents can give the child some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication for the treatment of pediatric otitis media. Additionally, regional treatments can be considered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the symptoms are mainly ear pain, painkillers can be considered. If the child has a fever, some antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. These are more common treatment methods. However, if the child shows symptoms of perforation of the eardrum, immediate hospital treatment and surgery may be necessary. Finally, parents should pay attention to this disease and bring their child for treatment as soon as possible. In addition, they should also pay attention to doing a good job of prevention and health care in their daily lives.