Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, attending elementary school. Lately, the child has been experiencing some ear pain. In the morning, there was yellow earwax discharge. Additionally, he seems to have a poor appetite and feels very weak. Please ask: How should the child's otitis media with purulent earwax be treated?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents, under the guidance of a doctor, choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs for their children to alleviate inflammation symptoms. While taking medication, local treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be administered. If the child's ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, it is advisable to use pain relievers to ease the symptoms. If the child also has a fever, it is recommended to give them fever-reducing medication or seek immediate medical attention by taking them to the hospital. If the child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, prompt medical surgery is necessary. Parents should also take precautions to prevent recurrent middle ear infections.