Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 6 years old. This week, the child said his ears feel itchy and painful. He noticed that the earwax is a bit thick and yellowish. At the same time, it seems he has no appetite and is very weak. Please ask: How to treat otitis media with yellow discharge in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the current methods and medications used in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose them based on symptoms. Local medication, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops, can be used. If the ear pain is severe, appropriate analgesics can be given. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention must be sought.In addition to these drug treatments, if a child's condition is severe and results in a tympanic membrane perforation, surgical treatment in a hospital is necessary. During treatment, it is important to provide the child with a light diet and enhance nutritional supplementation to aid in early recovery.