Patient's question:
My little girl, she is 4 years old. This week, the child told me her ears hurt a bit. In the morning, there was occasionally some yellow liquid leaking out. At the same time, her appetite was not good, and her throat felt uncomfortable. Please ask: How should otitis media with yellow discharge be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
For treatment, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication should be given based on the child's symptoms. An ear secretion bacterial culture can be conducted, and anti-inflammatory ear drops should be used according to the test results. If the child has severe ear pain, pain-relieving medication can also be used in moderation. If the child has a fever, parents can give them fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Otitis media is prone to recurring, and if there is a perforation of the eardrum, it needs to be treated in a timely manner. Parents should also pay attention to proper protection for the child to prevent recurrent inflammation of otitis media.