Question
My daughter is 1 year old. Recently, she has been feeling some pain in her ear, sometimes with yellow fluid discharge, accompanied by tinnitus and slight fever. How should otitis media be effectively treated in children?
Answer
When treating pediatric otitis media, symptomatic medication can be used based on the child’s symptoms, regional application of anti-inflammatory ear drops, painkillers for ear pain, and antipyretics if there is a high fever. If the symptoms persist or the eardrum perforates, medical treatment should be sought promptly, and surgery may be necessary. Additionally, during the treatment period, it is important to supplement nutrition, eat a light diet, get adequate rest, and avoid fatigue.