Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl has just started attending kindergarten. This week, the child mentioned her ears hurt. It was noticed that the earwax was a bit thick and yellow, and she also experienced a buzzing sensation in her ears, slightly feverish. Question: How should middle ear infection with yellow earwax be treated?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is childhood otitis media, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used in conjunction. If the ear pain is particularly severe, appropriate analgesics may be given. If the child also has a high fever, fever-reducing medication can be considered. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. These are all common treatment methods. But if the child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, timely hospital treatment is necessary. After the condition improves, it is recommended to engage the child in appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.