Question
Dear parents, our 4-year-old daughter has been experiencing ear pain this week. In the morning, there’s yellow earwax discharge, along with headaches and fever. How should we treat a child’s ear infection with pus?
Answer
To effectively treat otitis media, it’s advisable to select symptomatic medications with anti-inflammatory properties under a doctor’s guidance. Besides systemic medication, regional treatment can also be considered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child is in pain, appropriate painkillers can be administered. If the fever is particularly severe, some antipyretics should be used in moderation. In severe cases, immediate medical attention is required. In addition to medication treatments, if the child’s condition is serious and there is a perforation of the eardrum, hospital surgery may be necessary. Parents should also take precautions to protect their children and prevent recurring otitis media.