Question
An 8-year-old girl has been experiencing ear pain recently and sometimes wakes up with yellow fluid draining from her ear. She has also shown a lack of appetite and low energy. How should otitis media with yellow discharge in children be treated?
Answer
Treatment for pediatric otitis media can involve symptomatic medication based on the child’s symptoms, including the use of regional anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s ear pain is severe and accompanied by yellow discharge, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate the symptoms. If there is a fever, fever-reducing medication can be administered or immediate medical attention should be sought. In cases of repeated acute severe episodes or if there is already a perforation in the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be considered. During treatment, it is important to keep warm and avoid catching a cold to worsen the condition.