Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl has just started attending kindergarten. This week, the child said her ears felt itchy and painful. She noticed that there was a lot of yellow earwax. Additionally, her appetite was poor, and her throat felt uncomfortable. She asks: How can otitis media with yellow discharge be treated effectively in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, first they can use some symptomatic antibiotic medication. An ear secretion bacterial culture can be performed, and based on the test results, anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used. Depending on the child's condition, pain relievers can also be given, especially when ear pain is severe, to help alleviate the discomfort. If the child has a fever, fever-reducing medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if an eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed in a timely manner. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.