Question
My 3-year-old daughter just started kindergarten. This week, she said her ear hurts, and I noticed that there is sometimes a yellow liquid coming out. She also has headaches and a fever. How should I treat my child’s otitis media with yellow discharge?
Answer
Treatment for pediatric otitis media can include symptomatic medication based on the child’s symptoms, as well as regional therapy using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If there is ear pain, painkillers can be administered in appropriate amounts; if accompanied by a fever, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there is a perforation in the eardrum, parents may consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child warm and avoid exacerbating symptoms by catching a cold.