Patient's question:
Boy, 10 years old, has started elementary school. Recently, the child has been scratching their ears and complaining of itching. Upon examination, it was found that the earwax was purulent, slightly yellow, accompanied by headache and fever. Please ask: How should otitis media with yellow earwax be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, first, they can use some symptomatic antibiotic medications. Local medication can also be applied, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the child's ear pain is severe, it is recommended to give pain relievers based on the situation. If the child has a fever, parents can give them some fever-reducing medications. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if the eardrum has perforated, surgical treatment should be performed in a timely manner. During treatment, it is also important to provide the child with a light diet and enhance nutritional supplementation to help them recover as soon as possible.