Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl just started attending kindergarten. This week, the child told me her ears are a bit painful. In the morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax, accompanied by a headache and fever. Please advise: How should middle ear infection with yellow fluid in the ear be treated?Doctor's answer:
To effectively treat otitis media, you can choose some anti-inflammatory medications under the guidance of a doctor based on symptoms. In addition to systemic medication, local treatment can also be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops. For children with significant ear pain, pain-relieving medication can be used. If the child has a high fever, fever-reducing medication should be used cautiously. If the condition is severe, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there is a case of a ruptured eardrum, parents can consider surgical treatment for the child. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and rest schedule for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.