Question
My daughter is 4 years old and has been constantly tugging at her ear, saying it itches. Additionally, her ear has been discharging yellow fluid, accompanied by tinnitus and low-grade fever. How should we treat the yellow fluid discharge from a child’s ear due to otitis media?
Answer
Antibiotics are one of the commonly used methods for treating otitis media, and regional anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be considered. If the child’s main symptom is ear pain, appropriate painkillers can be administered to relieve the symptoms. Some children may have a fever, in which case fever-reducing medication can be given. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. Additionally, if there is a perforation in the eardrum, timely surgical treatment is necessary. At the same time, it is important to provide a reasonable diet and rest schedule to help the child recover quickly.