Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, has started elementary school. In recent days, the child has been scratching his ears and complaining of itching. It was noticed that there was a lot of yellow earwax. Additionally, the ears are buzzing, and there is a slight fever. Please ask: How is it best to treat otitis media with pus discharge in children?Doctor's answer:
Treatment should be based on the child's symptoms and administered with symptomatic anti-inflammatory medications. Ear discharge bacterial culture can be conducted, and based on the test results, anti-inflammatory ear drops should be used. For children with pronounced ear pain, analgesic medication can be applied. If the child has a high fever, antipyretic medication should be used appropriately. If the condition is severe, prompt medical attention is necessary. In addition to these medications, if the child's condition is severe and a eardrum perforation occurs, hospital treatment, including surgery, is required. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.