Patient's question:
My baby is 4 months old. When she just turned 3 months, I noticed her earlobe was swollen and had pus discharge. I took her to the hospital, and the doctor said it was otitis media (middle ear infection). She got injections and it got better, but now it's discharging again. What is this condition? The doctor prescribed hydrogen peroxide and eye drops, asking me to use them for cleaning. I've been using them for several days, but it's not getting better. What could be causing this? How can I prevent it?!Doctor's answer:
Hello! It is possible that it is otitis media, and it is recommended to use medication for treatment under the guidance of a doctor. You can use ofloxacin ear drops. Precautions for local medication: ① Before applying the medication, clean the external auditory canal and the pus in the middle ear cavity. You can use 3% hydrogen peroxide or boric acid solution for cleaning, then use cotton swabs to wipe it clean or use a suction device to remove the pus before applying the medication. ② If there is a lot of pus, use a liquid; if there is less pus, you can use boric acid alcohol. Pay attention to keeping the indoor air and maintaining nasal patency.