Patient's question:
My little girl is 5 years old. Recently, she said her ears hurt. I noticed that sometimes there is a yellowish discharge, and her ears are buzzing. She also has a slight fever. Could you please advise on how to diagnose and treat otitis media with discharge in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs can be used appropriately. Parents can use anti-inflammatory ear drops for local treatment for their children. If the ear pain is severe, pain relievers can be given appropriately. If accompanied by high fever, medication should be used based on the child's symptoms. In severe cases, seek medical attention at the hospital as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if an eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed promptly. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.