Question
The boy is 3 years old. For the past few days, the child has been scratching his ear and complaining of itching. Additionally, there is yellow earwax discharge, and he has lost his appetite and a sore throat. How should a child’s otitis media with purulent discharge be treated?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s orders and give the child some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. While taking the medication, some regional treatments can also be carried out, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s primary symptom is ear pain, parents can appropriately administer pain relief medication to alleviate the discomfort. Some children may also have a fever, in which case they can be given oral antipyretics. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is necessary to seek medical attention. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child develops serious conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child gets plenty of nutrition, and the diet should be light and easy to digest. It is also important to ensure adequate rest and avoid fatigue.