Question
A four-year-old boy is experiencing ear pain, discharge of yellow fluid, loss of appetite, and fatigue. He is showing symptoms of otitis media. How should it be treated?
Answer
Choose appropriate anti-inflammatory medications based on the child’s symptoms, and consider using regional anti-inflammatory ear drops; when the child has severe ear pain and yellow discharge, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate the symptoms; if accompanied by high fever, a moderate amount of fever-reducing medication can be used. However, if the fever persists, medical attention should be sought promptly; otitis media is prone to recurrence. If there is a perforation of the eardrum, immediate medical attention is necessary; at the same time, pay attention to light diet, increase nutritional supplementation, and promote recovery.