Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 9 years old. This week, he has had some ear pain. In the morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax. Additionally, he seems to have no appetite and feels very weak. Please ask: How should otitis media with purulent discharge be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are currently commonly used for the treatment of otitis media and can be selected as appropriate. In addition to systemic medication, local treatment can also be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops. When a child experiences severe ear pain, mild analgesic medication can be used in moderation. If the child also has a fever, parents can give them fever-reducing drugs or take them to the hospital immediately. In addition to these medication-based treatment methods, if the child's condition is severe and involves a tympanic membrane perforation, surgical treatment is required at the hospital. Parents should also pay attention to proper preventive measures to avoid the recurrence of otitis media.