Patient's question:
My male child is 6 years old. This week, the child told me his ears are a bit painful. I noticed that the earwax is a bit thick and yellowish. At the same time, his appetite is not good, and his throat is uncomfortable. Could you please ask: How should the pus-like earwax in children's otitis media be treated?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it's otitis media in children, antibiotics can be prescribed for symptomatic treatment, which is quite effective. Local treatment methods can also be used, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child's ear pain is severe, pain relievers may be given based on the situation. Additionally, if fever is present, antipyretic drugs can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention promptly. The above methods are commonly used for treating otitis media currently. Moreover, if a tympanic membrane perforation occurs, timely surgical treatment is necessary. During the treatment period, it's important to keep the child warm and avoid further aggravation of symptoms due to colds.