Question
My son is 2 years old. This week, he said his ears were itchy and painful, along with yellow earwax discharge. He also has headaches and fever. How to diagnose and treat pediatric otitis media with purulent discharge.
Answer
Generally speaking, if it’s pediatric otitis media, it’s effective to give the child some symptomatic antibiotics. Parents can administer regional treatment with anti-inflammatory ear drops for ear pain, and can also give the child painkillers if necessary. If there is also a fever, some antipyretic medication can be taken. In case of high fever, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the child has a perforated eardrum, it is suggested to go to the hospital for surgery as soon as possible. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate nutrition, and the diet should be light and easy to digest. Also, it is important to ensure the child gets plenty of rest and avoids fatigue.