Patient's question:
My little girl is 4 years old. Recently, she said her ears are itchy and painful. In the morning, yellow earwax was coming out, and her ears were buzzing. She also has a slight fever. Please advise: How should otitis media with yellow discharge be treated for young children for the best results?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the methods and medications used for the clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose them based on symptoms. Parents can use topical anti-inflammatory ear drops for local treatment. When the child's ear pain is severe, they can also take some pain-relieving medication in moderation. Additionally, if the child has a fever, they can take some fever-reducing medication. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, they should be taken to the hospital for surgical treatment as soon as possible. Parents should also pay attention to taking protective measures for their children to prevent recurrent otitis media.