Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 6 years old. Recently, he said his ears are itchy and painful. I noticed that there is a lot of yellow earwax, and he also seems to have no appetite and is very weak. Could you please advise on how to treat otitis media with yellow discharge from the ears effectively?Doctor's answer:
If a child has otitis media, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs can be used. Parents can use topical ear drops for anti-inflammatory treatment for the child. If the child's main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents can appropriately give some pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. Additionally, if fever is present, some fever-reducing drugs can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, timely hospital treatment and surgery are necessary. Pay attention to a light diet during daily life, and a liquid diet should be primarily consumed during treatment.