Patient's question:
A little girl, only 3 years old, has been scratching her ears recently and says they are itchy. Occasionally, there is also a yellowish discharge, accompanied by some low fever. Please advise: What is the best way to treat otitis media with ear pain in children?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric otitis media, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics can be given to the child, which is quite effective. You can do a bacterial culture of ear secretions and use anti-inflammatory ear drops based on the test results. If the child has severe ear pain and yellow discharge, it is recommended to use pain relievers to alleviate the symptoms. If the child has a high fever, appropriate doses of fever-reducing medication should be used. If the condition is severe, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If the child develops a eardrum perforation, it is advisable to go to the hospital for surgical treatment as soon as possible. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet focused on light foods, and to ensure they get plenty of rest to avoid fatigue.