Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl has just started kindergarten. This week, the child said her ears are itchy and painful. Additionally, she has a lot of yellow earwax, and there is also a low fever. Please ask: How is it best to treat otitis media with yellow discharge from the child's ear?Doctor's answer:
The treatment for pediatric otitis media starts with parents giving their child anti-inflammatory medication. A bacterial culture of ear secretions can be conducted, and based on the test results, anti-inflammatory ear drops should be used. If the child has severe ear pain and yellow discharge, it is recommended to use pain relievers to alleviate the symptoms. If the child also has high fever, they can be given fever-reducing medication if necessary. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. The above methods are currently common practices for treating otitis media. Additionally, if there is a case of tympanic membrane perforation, surgical treatment should be administered in a timely manner. Parents should also pay attention to protective measures to prevent a recurrence of otitis media.