Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl just started attending kindergarten. Recently, the child has been complaining of ear pain. In the morning, it was found that the earwax is purulent, slightly yellow, accompanied by headache and fever. Question: How is it best to treat otitis media with yellow earwax in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the current methods and medications for the clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose according to the symptoms. Local medication can be used, or anti-inflammatory ear drops can be selected. If the child's ear pain is severe, it is recommended to give some pain relievers based on the situation. Additionally, if fever is present, some fever-reducing medications can also be taken. In cases of high fever, it is still advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the patient develops severe symptoms, such as a perforated eardrum, it is necessary to go to the hospital for surgical treatment. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring adequate rest.