Question

A 6-year-old child presents with sore ear and fever. Otoscopy shows bulging, erythematous tympanic membrane. No perforation. What is appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Back-up (delayed) antibiotic prescription with safety-netting

Answer

Immediate antibiotics for all

Answer

Topical antibiotics

Answer

Oral steroids

Answer

ENT referral immediately

Practice question

A 6-year-old child presents with sore ear and fever. Otoscopy shows bulging, erythematous tympanic membrane. No perforation. What is appropriate management?