Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, in elementary school. Recently, the child has been complaining of ear pain. It has been noticed that there is yellow earwax discharge, and the ears are buzzing slightly, with a low fever. Please ask: How should purulent otitis media in children be treated effectively.Doctor's answer:
To treat pediatric otitis media, parents can first give their child some anti-inflammatory medications. Ear secretion bacterial culture can be performed, and based on the test results, anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used. If the child's ear pain is severe, appropriate pain relief medication can also be given. Additionally, if a fever is present, some fever-reducing medication can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. The above methods are currently the most commonly used for treating otitis media. Moreover, if a eardrum perforation occurs, it requires timely surgical treatment. During treatment, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.