A 3-year-old Aboriginal boy from a remote community has persistent unilateral nasal discharge and chronic cough. Examination reveals perforated tympan...

Question

A 3-year-old Aboriginal boy from a remote community has persistent unilateral nasal discharge and chronic cough. Examination reveals perforated tympanic membranes with pus in both ears. What is the most appropriate immediate management for his ear disease?

Accepted Answer

Commence topical and/or systemic antibiotics and arrange early ENT review

Answer

Reassure that this is common and needs no treatment

Answer

Use decongestant nose drops only

Answer

Avoid antibiotics and treat with ear candling

Answer

Discharge with no follow-up

au-amc MCQ (SBA): Chronic suppurative otitis media

A 3-year-old Aboriginal boy from a remote community has persistent unilateral nasal discharge and chronic cough. Examination reveals perforated tympanic membranes with pus in both ears. What is the most appropriate immediate management for his ear disease?