Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, has started elementary school. Recently, the child has said that his ears feel itchy and painful. Additionally, there is occasional yellow discharge, and he hears a buzzing sound in his ears. He also has a slight fever. Question: How should otitis media with yellow discharge be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the methods and medications used in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose them based on symptoms, and local treatments can also be applied, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the ear pain is severe, appropriate analgesics can be given. If the child has a fever, parents can administer fever-reducing medications. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child exhibits symptoms of eardrum perforation, timely hospital treatment is necessary. During treatment, it is essential to keep the child warm and avoid further symptoms from worsening due to cold exposure.