Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl has just started attending kindergarten. This week, her ears have been a bit painful. In the morning, the earwax was slightly thick and yellowish. Additionally, her appetite has been poor, and her throat feels uncomfortable. My question is: How should otitis media with yellow discharge be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs can be used, or local medication can be applied. For example, anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used for babies. For children with prominent earache symptoms, analgesic medications can be used. If the child has a high fever, appropriate fever-reducing medication should be administered. If the condition is severe, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. If a child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, it is recommended to go to the hospital for surgical treatment as soon as possible. Parents should also pay attention to protective measures for the child to prevent recurrent otitis media.