Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 8 years old. Recently, he said his ear feels itchy and painful. Additionally, we noticed that the earwax is purulent, a bit yellow, and he also has a low fever. Could you please advise on the appropriate treatment for otitis media with pus discharge in children?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, children can be given symptomatic antibiotics, local medication can also be used, such as applying anti-inflammatory ear drops to the baby, and painkillers can be given based on the child's condition, especially when the earache is severe, to help alleviate the pain. If the child has a fever, parents can give them fever-reducing medication or take them to the hospital immediately. In addition to these treatment methods, if the child's condition is severe and a eardrum perforation occurs, surgery may be required at the hospital. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in appropriate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.