What to do for a perforated eardrum caused by suppurative otitis media
Disease description:
My boyfriend has pus draining from his ear. He initially thought it was external otitis, but after examination, he was diagnosed with suppurative otitis media accompanied by a perforated eardrum. What should be done for suppurative otitis media with eardrum perforation?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Gang
For suppurative otitis media with tympanic membrane perforation, treatment may include anti-inflammatory and antibacterial antibiotic ear drops as recommended by a doctor, along with oral anti-inflammatory medications. If the perforation is large or has persisted for a long time, and standard conservative treatment proves ineffective with no sign of spontaneous healing, surgical intervention should be considered. Patients must drink plenty of water during treatment.
