Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 8 years old. This week, the child said his ears hurt. Upon examination, it was found that the earwax was purulent, a bit yellow, and accompanied by some low fever. Please ask: How is it better to treat otitis media with yellow earwax in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child develops otitis media, anti-inflammatory drugs can be used symptomatically. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be applied. If the child experiences severe ear pain, it is recommended to provide pain relievers based on the situation. Additionally, if the child has a fever, some fever-reducing medications can be taken. For high fever, it is still advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible.In addition to these pharmaceutical treatment methods, if the child's condition becomes severe and a eardrum perforation occurs, hospitalization and surgical treatment are necessary. During the treatment, it is important to arrange a light diet for the child and enhance nutritional supplementation to help them recover as soon as possible.