Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, attending primary school. Recently, the child has been complaining that his ears are itchy and painful. He has noticed that occasionally, there is also yellow fluid leaking out. At the same time, his appetite is poor, and his throat feels uncomfortable. Please ask: How should otitis media with yellow discharge be diagnosed and treated in children?Doctor's answer:
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor's advice and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. Local treatment can be used, such as applying anti-inflammatory ear drops, or pain relievers can be given based on the child's condition, especially when the ear pain is severe, to help alleviate the discomfort. If accompanied by high fever, medication should be used according to the child's symptoms. In severe cases, please go to the hospital for emergency treatment as soon as possible. The above methods are commonly used in the treatment of otitis media currently. Additionally, if there is a case of a eardrum perforation, it needs to be treated with surgery in a timely manner. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and rest habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.