Question
Why did a six-month-old boy develop otitis media?
Answer
Otitis media in children, particularly acute suppurative otitis media, is relatively common. It typically presents with pain in the ear area, decreased hearing, and is often accompanied by systemic symptoms such as fever, headache, fatigue, and decreased appetite. Treatment should first involve administering effective antibiotics and maintaining ear hygiene. Timely cleaning of the pus in the external auditory canal can be done using 3% hydrogen peroxide solution, and ear drops can be chosen from medications such as gentamicin, chloramphenicol, and kanamycin for anti-inflammatory effects.