Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, has started primary school. In recent days, the child has complained of ear pain. It was noticed that there was a lot of yellow earwax, accompanied by some low fever. Question: How should otitis media with yellow fluid in the ear be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric otitis media first, parents can give their children some anti-inflammatory medications. Parents can also use topical anti-inflammatory ear drops for local treatment. If the ear pain is severe, appropriate analgesics can be given. If the child has a high fever, antipyretics should be used judiciously. If the condition is severe, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. If the patient presents with severe symptoms, such as a perforated eardrum, it is essential to visit the hospital for surgical treatment. During the treatment period, attention should also be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring sufficient rest time.