Patient's question:
Female baby, currently 4 years old. This week, her ears have been a bit painful. In the morning, yellow earwax was leaking, accompanied by headache and fever. Please ask: How should acute otitis media with purulent discharge be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
To treat otitis media effectively, you can choose some anti-inflammatory medications under the guidance of a doctor based on the symptoms. In addition to systemic medication, local treatment can also be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child's ear pain is severe, you can also give appropriate pain relievers. If the child has a high fever, you should use fever-reducing medication in moderation. If the condition is severe, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these medication-based treatment methods, if the child's condition is severe and results in a tympanic membrane perforation, surgical treatment in a hospital is required. Parents should also pay attention to taking protective measures for their children to prevent recurrent otitis media.