Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 9 years old. This week, the child said his ears are itchy and painful. Additionally, there is yellow earwax discharge, and he also has a low fever. Please advise: How should otitis media with yellow earwax be treated?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for the treatment of otitis media and can be selected as appropriate. Bacterial culture of ear secretions can be performed, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used based on the test results. When a child has severe ear pain, pain-relieving medication can also be used in moderation. Additionally, if a fever is present, fever-reducing drugs can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention promptly. If there is a condition of tympanic membrane perforation, parents may consider surgical treatment for their child. Finally, it is hoped that parents can take this disease seriously, take their child to seek medical treatment as soon as possible, and also pay attention to relevant prevention and health care measures in daily life.