Patient's question:
Female baby, currently 4 years old. Recently, the child told me her ears are a bit sore, and there is also yellow earwax discharge. Additionally, she seems to have no appetite and feels very weak. Question: How should pediatric otitis media with yellow discharge in the ear be treated?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets an ear infection, first they can take some symptomatic antibiotic medication. Parents can use anti-inflammatory ear drops for local treatment. If the child's ear hurts a lot, they can also take some pain-relieving medication. If the child has a fever, parents can give them some fever-reducing medication. If the situation is serious, they should seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the patient develops serious symptoms, such as a perforated eardrum, they need to go to the hospital for surgical treatment. During this time, make sure the child gets enough rest and eats plenty of fruits and vegetables.