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HardIndigenous HealthChronic suppurative otitis media in Aboriginal childau-amcau-racgp

A 4-year-old Aboriginal girl presents to a remote clinic with persistent bilateral otorrhoea for 3 weeks without pain. Otoscopy shows perforated tympanic membranes with purulent discharge. Hearing appears reduced. There is a history of recurrent ear infections. What is the most appropriate next step in management?

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