Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, already in elementary school. Recently, the child has been scratching his ears and complaining of itching. Additionally, there is yellow earwax discharge, accompanied by some low-grade fever. Please ask: How should otitis media with pus discharge be diagnosed and treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is otitis media in children, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics can be given to the child, which is quite effective. Local medication can be used, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. When the child's ear pain is severe, a small amount of pain-relieving medication can also be used. If the child has a high fever, some fever-reducing medication should be used in moderation. If the condition is severe, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if an eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed in a timely manner. Finally, it is hoped that parents can take this disease seriously, bring their children to the hospital for early treatment, and also pay attention to relevant prevention and health care measures in daily life.