Patient's question:
My little girl, who is 3 years old, has been scratching her ears these days and complaining of itching. I noticed that there is a lot of yellow earwax, and she also has a headache and fever. I would like to ask: How should otitis media with yellow discharge be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child has otitis media, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be used, and local treatment can also be performed, such as applying anti-inflammatory ear drops to the child for treatment. If the child's symptoms of ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, it is recommended to use pain relievers to alleviate the symptoms. Additionally, if there is a fever, some fever-reducing medications can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention promptly. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child develops a perforated eardrum, it is necessary to go to the hospital for surgical treatment in a timely manner. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child warm and avoid catching a cold to worsen the symptoms.