Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, in elementary school. This week, the child said his ears felt itchy and painful. In the morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax, and his appetite was also poor, with a sore throat as well. Please ask: How should we diagnose and treat otitis media with yellow discharge from the child's ears?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, you can give children some symptomatic antibiotic medications. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for children, and pain-relieving medications can be used for children with significant ear pain symptoms. If the child has a fever, parents can give them fever-reducing medications. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. These are common treatment methods. However, if the child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, they should receive surgical treatment at the hospital in a timely manner. During treatment, it is important to maintain a light diet and focus on consuming liquid foods.