Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl just started attending kindergarten. This week, the child told me her ears are a bit painful. She noticed that the earwax is a bit thick and yellow, and she's also experiencing a buzzing sensation in her ears, slightly feverish. Please advise: How should ear discharge with yellow fluid from otitis media be treated?Doctor's answer:
If the child gets otitis media, first use some symptomatic antibiotic drugs. While taking the medication, you can also perform some local treatments, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain is severe, appropriate analgesics can be given. Some children may also have a fever at this time, and oral fever-reducing medication can be given. If it cannot be relieved, it is essential to seek medical attention. If there is a condition of eardrum perforation, parents can consider surgical treatment for the child. During this period, make sure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.