Patient's question:
My son is 7 years old. This week, his ears have been a bit painful, and I noticed that the earwax is purulent, a bit yellow. At the same time, he seems to have little appetite and feels very weak. Could you please tell me how to treat otitis media with purulent discharge in children?Doctor's answer:
Treatment should be based on the child's symptoms and given corresponding anti-inflammatory medication. Local medication can be used, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. If the child's main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents provide appropriate pain relief medication to alleviate the pain. Additionally, if the child has a fever, they can also take fever-reducing medication. In cases of high fever, it is still advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible.In addition to these medication-based treatments, if the child's condition is severe and results in a perforated eardrum, surgical treatment in a hospital is necessary. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and rest schedule for the child to help the disease recover more quickly.