Patient's question:
My male baby is 2 years old. Recently, he has been scratching his ears and saying they are itchy. In the morning, yellow earwax was found coming out, accompanied by some low fever. Please advise: How should we treat otitis media with pus discharge in children?Doctor's answer:
To effectively treat otitis media, you can consult a doctor for symptomatic treatment and choose some anti-inflammatory medications under their guidance. Local treatment can be administered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has ear pain, appropriate pain-relieving medication can be given. If the child has a fever, parents can administer fever-reducing medication or seek immediate medical attention by taking the child to the hospital. In cases of a tympanic membrane perforation, surgical treatment may be considered for the child. During treatment, maintain a light diet and focus on liquid foods for the duration of the treatment.