Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 9 years old. Recently, he said his ear is itchy and painful. In the morning, I found that the earwax was purulent, slightly yellow, and accompanied by a low fever. I would like to ask: How should the treatment be most effective for yellow discharge from otitis media in children?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it's childhood otitis media, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. Local treatment methods can also be combined, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child's ear pain is severe, pain medication can be given based on the situation. Additionally, if a fever is present, fever-reducing medication can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed promptly. Finally, parents are advised to take this disease seriously, take the child to a doctor for early treatment, and also pay attention to relevant prevention and health care measures in daily life.