Question
My daughter is 3 years old and just started kindergarten. She has been pulling her ears and saying her ears are itchy. Examination showed that the earwax was purulent and slightly yellow, and her appetite is poor, looking very tired. How should children’s otitis media be treated?
Answer
When treating children’s otitis media, appropriate amounts of antibiotic medication can be administered, and ear secretion bacterial culture can be performed based on the examination results to use anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has significant ear pain, painkillers can be used to alleviate symptoms; if fever is present, antipyretic medication can be taken appropriately. If the condition is severe, it is advisable to seek medical attention at a hospital early on. In addition, attention should be paid to the child’s diet and lifestyle habits to help them recover as soon as possible. If the child has a perforated eardrum, timely hospital treatment should be sought for surgical intervention.