Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 2 years old. This week, the child said he had ear pain. I noticed that there was occasionally a yellow liquid leaking out. At the same time, it seems that he has no appetite and is very weak. Please ask: How should otitis media with pus be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be used. Parents can give the child local treatment with anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child's ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, it is recommended to use pain relievers to alleviate the symptoms. If the child has a fever, parents can give them fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought promptly. The above methods are commonly used for treating otitis media currently. Additionally, if a eardrum perforation occurs, it requires timely surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child warm to prevent worsening of symptoms due to catching a cold.