Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl has just started kindergarten. This week, her ears have been a bit painful, and occasionally, there is some yellow discharge. She also has a low-grade fever. How should otitis media with yellow earwax be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, anti-inflammatory drugs can be used symptomatically. While taking the medication, local treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be applied. If the child's ear pain is severe, it is recommended to give pain relievers based on the situation. If the child has a fever, parents can give them medications with fever-reducing effects. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the patient experiences severe symptoms, such as a ruptured eardrum, it is necessary to go to the hospital for surgical treatment in a timely manner. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and rest schedule for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.