Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl just started attending kindergarten. Recently, her ears have been a bit painful, and she has been found to have purulent earwax, which is slightly yellow. Additionally, there is a buzzing sound in her ears, and she has a slightly low fever. Please ask: How should otitis media with yellow fluid in the ears be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Firstly, to treat pediatric otitis media, parents can give their child some anti-inflammatory medication. While taking the medication, local treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be applied. Depending on the child's condition, pain relief medication can be given, especially when the ear pain is severe, to help alleviate the discomfort. If the child has a fever, parents can administer fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these medication and treatment methods, if the child experiences severe conditions such as a tympanic membrane perforation, immediate treatment is necessary. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.