Patient's question:
Girl child, currently 8 years old. In recent days, the child has said her ears hurt, and occasionally yellow liquid has been leaking out in the morning. At the same time, it seems she has no appetite and feels very weak. Please ask: How should otitis media with yellow discharge be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Treatment for pediatric otitis media can involve using symptomatic medications based on the child's symptoms. Local medication treatment can be applied, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has severe ear pain and yellow discharge, it is recommended to use pain-relieving medications to alleviate the symptoms. If the child has a fever, parents can give them fever-reducing medication or seek immediate medical attention by taking them to the hospital. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if an eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed promptly. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child stays warm to prevent the symptoms from worsening due to catching a cold.