Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 8 years old. Recently, his ears have been a bit painful. In the morning, there was some yellow earwax discharge, accompanied by a headache and fever. Please advise: How should acute otitis media with yellow discharge be treated?Doctor's answer:
The first step in treating pediatric otitis media is for parents to give their child some anti-inflammatory medication. Local medication can also be used, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the child's ear pain is severe, a small amount of pain-relieving medication can be used as needed. If the child also has a high fever, they can take fever-reducing medication. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. Otitis media has a tendency to recur, and if there is a case of a eardrum perforation, it must be treated promptly. During treatment, it is important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.