Patient's question:
Girl baby, only 4 years old. Recently, the child has been scratching her ears and complaining of itching. In the morning, there is occasionally a yellowish liquid discharge. Additionally, her appetite is poor and her throat feels uncomfortable. Question: How should otitis media with yellow discharge be diagnosed and treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs can be used appropriately. Local medication can be administered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child's main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents can give appropriate pain relief medication to alleviate it. If the child has a fever, you can give them some fever-reducing medication or take them to the hospital immediately. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if the eardrum has already perforated, surgical treatment should be performed promptly. Parents should also pay attention to protecting their children to prevent recurring otitis media.