Patient's question:
My son is 9 years old. Recently, he has been experiencing some ear pain. In the morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax, and his appetite has been poor as well. His throat also feels uncomfortable. I would like to ask: If a child has otitis media with yellow discharge in the ear, how should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating otitis media and can be selected as needed. A bacterial culture of ear secretions can be performed, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used based on the test results. If the child has ear pain, pain relievers can also be given. Additionally, if the child has a fever, antipyretic drugs can be administered. In cases of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these drug treatments, if the child's condition is severe and results in a tympanic membrane perforation, hospitalization and surgical treatment may be necessary. Lastly, we hope parents can take this disease seriously, seek medical attention as soon as possible, and also pay attention to relevant prevention and health care measures in daily life.