Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl has just started kindergarten. Recently, the child said her ears feel itchy and painful. Upon examination, it was found that the earwax is purulent, slightly yellow. Additionally, she seems to have no appetite and is very weak. Please ask: How should ear discharge from otitis media be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs can be appropriately used. Ear secretion bacterial culture can be performed, and anti-inflammatory ear drops should be used based on the test results. If the ear pain is severe, appropriate analgesics can be given. If the child has fever symptoms, fever-reducing drugs can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If the patient experiences severe symptoms, such as a tympanic membrane perforation, surgical treatment in the hospital is necessary. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet consisting mainly of light foods. Additionally, sufficient rest should be ensured to avoid fatigue.