Patient's question:
Baby girl, only 2 years old. This week, the child has been scratching her ears and saying they itch. Additionally, the earwax is a bit thick and yellow, and it seems she has no appetite and is very weak. Please ask: How should otitis media with yellow earwax be diagnosed and treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be used, or local medications can be applied. For example, anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used for babies. For children with obvious ear pain symptoms, pain-relieving medication can be used. If the child has a fever, they can take some fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, medical treatment should be sought as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if the eardrum has already perforated, surgical treatment should be performed promptly. During treatment, a light diet should be maintained, and a liquid diet is recommended.