Question
Dear readers, my daughter is currently 4 years old and has been experiencing ear pain for the past few days. She has yellow earwax discharge, accompanied by headaches and fever. How should we treat a child’s purulent otitis media?
Answer
The first step in treating pediatric otitis media is for parents to administer oral anti-inflammatory medications to their child. They can also use topical ear drops for treatment. For obvious ear pain symptoms, painkillers can be given to the child. If the child has a high fever, fever-reducing medication can be considered. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to common treatment methods, if there are symptoms of tympanic membrane perforation, immediate medical attention and surgical treatment should be sought. At the same time, it is important to pay attention to giving the child a light diet, increasing nutritional supplements, and promoting a quick recovery.