Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 4 years old. Recently, he told me that his ears are a bit painful. I noticed that there is a lot of yellow earwax. Additionally, he seems to have no appetite and feels very weak. Please advise: How should I treat otitis media with purulent earwax in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic medications are commonly used for treating otitis media and can be selected based on the situation. While taking medication, local treatments can also be applied, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child's ear pain is severe, appropriate pain-relieving medication can be given. If the child has a fever, parents can provide fever-reducing medication or seek immediate medical attention by taking the child to the hospital. If the patient exhibits severe symptoms, such as a perforated eardrum, it is necessary to promptly seek hospital treatment for surgery. At the same time, it is important to arrange a reasonable diet and sleep routine for the child to help with early recovery.