Question
My daughter is 3 years old, and she has been experiencing itchy and painful ears with purulent, yellow earwax, headaches, and fever recently. How should pediatric otitis media with purulent discharge be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
Antibiotics are commonly used for the treatment of otitis media and can be used as appropriate. Anti-inflammatory ear drops can be administered for ear pain, and painkillers can be taken for headaches. If fever is present, fever-reducing medication should be taken. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought early to avoid complications such as perforation of the eardrum, and surgery may be necessary. At the same time, attention should be paid to the child’s diet and rest to aid in a speedy recovery.