Question
A 10-year-old boy, in elementary school, recently experienced ear pain, yellow fluid discharge from the ear, tinnitus, and slight fever. How should pediatric middle ear infection be treated?
Answer
Symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication should be administered based on the child’s symptoms, and regional ear drops may also be used. Painkillers can be given for ear pain, and if there is fever, it should be reduced promptly or medical attention should be sought. If the child develops a perforated eardrum, immediate medical treatment and surgery should be sought, and the child should rest sufficiently and increase their intake of fruits and vegetables.