Patient's question:
Boy, already 3 years old. In recent days, the child's ears have been a bit painful, and occasionally there is also a yellowish liquid leaking out. Additionally, there are accompanied symptoms of headache and fever. Please ask: How is it better to treat otitis media and ear pain in children?Doctor's answer:
To treat pediatric otitis media, parents can first give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. A bacterial culture of ear can be performed, and based on the test results, anti-inflammatory ear drops should be used. If the child has severe ear pain and yellow discharge, it is recommended to use pain-relieving medication to alleviate symptoms. If the child has a fever, they can take fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If the child develops a eardrum perforation, they should go to the hospital for surgery as soon as possible. During treatment, it is important to keep the child warm to prevent further symptoms from worsening due to a cold.