Question
My daughter is 4 years old and has recently been experiencing pain and discharge from her ear, with a buzzing sound and a slight fever. How should pediatric otitis media with purulent discharge be treated for the best effect?
Answer
Currently, antibiotics are commonly used as the primary treatment for pediatric otitis media. Using the appropriate medication based on the child’s symptoms can achieve good results. Treatment methods include local application of medication, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended to use a moderate amount of pain reliever to alleviate the pain. If accompanied by severe fever, consider using fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Common treatment methods also include surgical treatment for tympanic membrane perforation, during which the child should rest sufficiently and consume more vegetables and fruits.