Patient's question:
My male child is 7 years old. Recently, he told me that his ear is a bit painful. In the morning, there is occasionally yellow fluid leaking from his ear. Additionally, his appetite is poor, and his throat feels uncomfortable. I would like to ask: How should acute otitis media with yellow fluid in the ear be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the methods and medications used in clinical treatment for pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose them according to symptoms, or opt for local treatment, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the child primarily experiences ear pain, it is recommended that parents give appropriate pain relief medication. Additionally, if the child has a fever, they can take some fever-reducing medication. For high fever, it is still advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the child suffers from multiple acute severe episodes or if an eardrum perforation has already occurred, surgical treatment should be performed promptly. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and daily routine for the child to help the illness recover early.