Patient's question:
My male baby is 1 year old. Recently, his ears have been a bit painful, and I noticed that occasionally there is yellow liquid leaking out. Additionally, he has a headache and a fever. I would like to ask: How should acute otitis media with pus discharge be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child has otitis media, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs can be used. Parents can apply topical treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops to the child. If the child has severe ear pain and yellow discharge, it is recommended to use analgesics to relieve symptoms. If the child also has a fever, they can take fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to the above drug treatments, if the child exhibits severe conditions, such as a ruptured eardrum, immediate medical treatment is required. After the condition improves, it is advised to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.