Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 3 years old. Recently, he has been scratching his ears and complaining of itching. In the morning, the earwax is a bit thick and yellowish. At the same time, his appetite is poor and his throat feels uncomfortable. I would like to ask: How should otitis media with purulent earwax be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be used. In addition to systemic medication, local treatment can also be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops. When the child's ear pain is severe, a small amount of pain-relieving medication can be used. If the child has a fever, parents can give them some fever-reducing medication or take them to the hospital immediately. In addition to the above drug treatments, if the child's condition worsens severely, such as in the case of a tympanic membrane perforation, it needs to be treated promptly. While being treated, it is also important to arrange a light diet for the child, strengthen nutritional supplementation, and help them recover as soon as possible.