Question
A 5-year-old child has developed purulent otitis media, with yellow pus discharge for a week. How can this condition be effectively treated?
Answer
Firstly, lowering the body temperature is crucial for children with otitis media, which can be achieved by removing excess clothing and wiping the body with warm water. Under medical guidance, taking appropriate doses of antipyretic and analgesic medication can alleviate discomfort and reduce fever. If the child continues to cry or if an infant’s fontanelle is prominent or significantly sunken when not crying, immediate hospitalization is required. Under the guidance of a doctor, antibiotic treatment should be administered. Wishing for a speedy recovery.