Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl just started attending kindergarten. This week, her ears have been a bit painful, with yellow earwax discharge in the morning, poor appetite, and a sore throat. Could you please advise on how to treat otitis media with yellow discharge in children?Doctor's answer:
Treatment for pediatric otitis media can use symptomatic medications based on the child's symptoms. Local drug treatment can be applied, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. For ear pain, analgesics can also be given to the child. If the child has a high fever, medications should be used according to the symptoms. In severe cases, seek medical treatment at the hospital as soon as possible. If the child has a eardrum perforation, it is recommended to seek medical treatment at the hospital promptly. At the same time, attention should also be paid to arranging a reasonable diet and sleep schedule for the child to help the illness recover as soon as possible.