Patient's question:
My son is 1 year old. Recently, he told me his ear is a bit painful. I noticed that the earwax is a bit thick and slightly yellow, and he's also experiencing a humming sound in his ear, with a slight fever. Could you please advise on how to diagnose and treat otitis media with yellow discharge in children?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of pediatric otitis media can involve using symptomatic medications based on the child's symptoms, or it can be combined with some local treatment methods, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child primarily presents with ear pain, it is recommended that parents can appropriately give some pain-relieving medication to alleviate the symptoms. Additionally, if the child has a fever, they can take some fever-reducing medications. For high fever, it is still advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, it is necessary to promptly seek medical treatment for surgery. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.