Question
A 3-year-old girl, just started kindergarten, has been tugging at her ear, complaining of itching, yellow earwax, and a buzzing sound in her ear over the past few days. She also has a low-grade fever. What are the treatment methods for children with mucopurulent otitis media?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose suitable antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance for their child to relieve inflammation symptoms. Ear secretion bacterial culture can be performed, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used based on the test results. If the child primarily exhibits ear pain, it is advisable to provide appropriate pain relief medication. If fever symptoms are present, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. Otitis media has a recurrent attack characteristic, and if there is a tympanic membrane perforation, timely medical treatment should be sought. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to keeping warm to avoid exacerbating symptoms.