Question
Dear team, my daughter is currently 9 years old. Over the past few days, she has been complaining of ear pain, with yellowish earwax discharge in the morning. Additionally, her appetite is poor, and her throat feels uncomfortable. How can we treat pediatric otitis media when the child has difficulty hearing and speaking?
Answer
Antibiotic medications are commonly used for the treatment of otitis media and can be chosen appropriately. You can opt for anti-inflammatory ear drops for localized drug treatment, such as when the child experiences severe ear pain and yellow fluid discharge. In such cases, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate symptoms. If accompanied by a high fever, use medication based on the child’s condition, and seek medical attention promptly if the situation is severe. In addition to conventional treatment methods, if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment is required. Maintain a light diet, and during treatment, consume mainly liquid foods.