Patient's question:
My daughter, who is 6 years old, has been experiencing some ear pain recently. In the morning, she had a lot of yellow earwax, accompanied by a headache and fever. I am asking: How should we treat otitis media with purulent earwax in children?Doctor's answer:
For treatment, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication should be given based on the child's symptoms. Local medication can also be used, such as applying anti-inflammatory ear drops to the baby. If the child has severe ear pain and yellow discharge, pain relievers are recommended to alleviate the symptoms. If the child also has a fever, fever-reducing medication can be taken. In severe cases, prompt medical attention should be sought. These methods are commonly used for treating otitis media. Additionally, if a tympanic membrane perforation occurs, timely surgical treatment is necessary. Lastly, parents should take this condition seriously, seek medical treatment for the child as soon as possible, and also pay attention to related prevention and health care measures.