Patient's question:
My little girl, who is 8 years old this year, has been complaining that her ears are itchy and painful this week. In the morning, her earwax was a bit thick and slightly yellow, and she also mentioned that her ears were buzzing. Additionally, she has a slight fever. I would like to ask: How should we treat her middle ear infection if there is pus discharge?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used in the treatment of otitis media and can be selected as appropriate. Local drug treatment is possible, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used for medication. If the child's main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents can give some analgesics to relieve it. If the child has a fever, some antipyretic drugs can be taken. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if a eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed in a timely manner. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a light diet being preferred. Rest should also be ensured to avoid fatigue.