Patient's question:
My son, who is 8 years old, has been scratching his ears recently and complaining of itching. In the morning, he had a lot of yellow earwax, accompanied by a headache and fever. Please advise: How should we treat otitis media with yellow discharge in children?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, children can be given some symptomatic antibiotic medications. Ear secretion bacterial culture can be conducted, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used based on the test results. Pain relievers can also be given according to the child's condition, especially when ear pain is severe, to help alleviate the discomfort. If the child also has a high fever, antipyretic medication can be given cautiously. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. Otitis media is prone to recurrence, and if there is a condition of eardrum perforation, timely treatment is necessary. While undergoing treatment, it is also important to arrange a light diet for the child and enhance nutritional supplementation to aid in early recovery.