Question
A 5-year-old girl, this week, reported to me that her ear was a bit painful. Additionally, there have been occasional yellowish liquids oozing out, and she seems to have little appetite and is quite weak. How should pediatric otitis media with earwax and purulent discharge be treated?
Answer
Treatment should involve symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. While taking medication, some local treatments can also be performed, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain is severe, some painkillers can be administered appropriately. If the child has a fever, parents can give the child fever-reducing medication or take them to the hospital immediately. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child develops serious conditions, such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. At the same time, it is also important to pay attention to arranging a reasonable diet and lifestyle for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.