Patient's question:
My little girl, who is 1 year old, has been experiencing some ear pain recently. Additionally, she has a lot of yellow earwax and is accompanied by low-grade fever. Could you please advise on the best treatment for her otitis media with purulent earwax?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the methods and medications used in clinical treatment for pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose them based on the symptoms. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be used. When the child has severe ear pain, a small amount of pain-relieving medication can be used. If the child has a fever, parents can give them some fever-reducing medications. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple episodes of acute severe otitis media or if a eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed in a timely manner. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet focusing on light meals. Additionally, adequate rest should be ensured to avoid fatigue.