Question
Dear reader, our little girl, aged 8, has recently been complaining of ear pain and itching, with yellow fluid oozing out of her ear. She also has headaches and a fever. How should we treat a child’s otitis media with yellow discharge from the ear?
Answer
Currently, the primary treatment for pediatric otitis media involves the use of antibiotic medications, selecting the appropriate drug based on the symptoms. It is possible to conduct a bacterial culture of ear secretions and use anti-inflammatory ear drops according to the results. If the ear pain is severe, painkillers may be considered. For fever symptoms, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Otitis media is prone to recurrence, and if there is a perforation in the eardrum, timely treatment should be sought. At the same time, it is important to provide a light diet, increase nutritional supplementation, and promote early recovery.