Patient's question:
My little girl, who is one year old this year, has been scratching her ears recently. She says they feel itchy. Additionally, the earwax is a bit thick and yellowish, accompanied by some low fever. Could you please advise on how to treat otitis media with yellow fluid in the child's ears?Doctor's answer:
To effectively treat otitis media, you can choose anti-inflammatory medications under the guidance of a doctor according to the symptoms. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be used. If the child has severe ear pain and yellow discharge, it is recommended to use pain relievers to alleviate the symptoms. Additionally, if there is a fever, you can take fever-reducing medication. For high fever, it is still advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Otitis media is characterized by recurrent episodes. If there is a perforated eardrum, it needs to be treated promptly. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child warm and avoid catching a cold to prevent the symptoms from worsening.