Patient's question:
Recently, I found that my friend has pus in their ears. They said it will itch, what's going on?Doctor's answer:
Purulent otitis media; According to your question. First, disinfect the external auditory canal with alcohol. Use cotton balls soaked in Bonine solution (a mixture of equal parts cocaine, menthol, and carbolic acid) to apply to the surface of the tympanic membrane for 3 to 5 minutes. This medication has a strong topical anesthetic effect. Then, use a thick, long No. 12 needle to pierce the tympanic membrane from the anteroinferior quadrant and slowly draw out the pus. You can also rinse with 3% hydrogen peroxide or normal saline. Follow this with a rinse and instillation of a solution containing penicillin or gentamicin, once a day. After 1 to 2 treatments, most cases can be cured. During treatment, the patient should lie on their side. Occasionally, the patient may experience pain or dizziness. This method can replace the traditional tympanostomy. It is particularly suitable for children with narrow external auditory canals. If repeated punctures fail to heal, tympanostomy can be performed. Wish you good health.