Question
A 7-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been experiencing ear pain for the past few days, with occasional discharge of yellow fluid, accompanied by buzzing sounds and low-grade fever. How should otitis media with yellow debris in children be treated?
Answer
Currently, the treatment of pediatric otitis media in clinical practice is mainly with antibiotics, and the selection of symptomatic medications based on symptoms is effective. Adjunctive regional treatments can be used, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops to relieve ear pain and taking painkillers. If fever is present, antipyretic medication can be administered or medical attention sought. In cases of tympanic membrane perforation, timely surgical treatment is required. After recovery, it is recommended to engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.