Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl has just started attending kindergarten. Recently, the child told me her ears are a bit painful. I noticed that the earwax is a bit thick and yellowish. Additionally, her appetite is poor, and her throat feels uncomfortable. I would like to ask: How should otitis media with yellow discharge be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the methods and medications used in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose them based on symptoms, and can also combine some local treatment methods, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. For children with obvious ear pain symptoms, pain-relieving medications can be used. If the child also has a high fever, they can be given fever-reducing medication if appropriate. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. The above are common treatment methods, but if the child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, it is necessary to go to the hospital for surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest.