Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 6 years old. Recently, he said his ear hurts. In the morning, I noticed the earwax was purulent, a bit yellow, and he had a buzzing sensation in his ear, with slightly low-grade fever. Could you please advise on how to treat otitis media with yellow discharge in children?Doctor's answer:
The treatment for pediatric otitis media can involve using symptomatic medications based on the child's symptoms or local medications, such as applying anti-inflammatory ear drops to the child. If the child's ear pain is severe, pain-relieving medication can also be given as needed. If the child has a fever, fever-reducing medication can be taken. In severe cases, prompt medical attention should be sought. In addition to these medication treatments, if the child's condition worsens and ear drum perforation occurs, medical treatment through surgery is necessary. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.