Question
A boy, aged 1, has been experiencing some pain in his ears over the past few days. Additionally, there is occasionally yellow fluid discharge, and he seems to have little appetite and is rather weak. How should one effectively treat a child’s otitis media with purulent discharge?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the current methods and medications used in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose symptomatic treatment, including regional drug therapy, which may involve using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s primary symptom is ear pain, parents may consider giving some pain relief medication to alleviate the discomfort. In cases where fever is also present, medication should be used based on the child’s symptoms. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical treatment at a hospital as soon as possible. If there are repeated acute severe episodes or if there has been a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be considered. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage the child to engage in moderate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.