Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 2 years old. Recently, the child said he has ear pain. Additionally, the earwax is a bit thick and yellowish, and accompanied by some low fever. Question: How can otitis media with purulent earwax be treated effectively in children?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, you can give the child some symptomatic antibiotic medications and also use local medications, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the baby. If the ear pain is severe, appropriate pain relievers can be given. If the child has a fever, parents can give them fever-reducing medications. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child develops a perforated eardrum, it is necessary to go to the hospital for surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child warm to prevent the symptoms from worsening due to catching a cold.