Patient's question:
My male child, who is one year old, has been saying his ears hurt recently. In the morning, the earwax was a bit thick and slightly yellow. At the same time, his appetite has been poor, and his throat feels uncomfortable. Please advise: How should otitis media with yellow earwax be diagnosed and treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Treatment for pediatric otitis media can involve symptomatic medication based on the child's symptoms. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops may also be used. If the child's primary symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents provide appropriate analgesics to relieve the pain. If the child has a fever, they can take fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible.In addition to these medicinal treatments, if the child's condition is severe and involves a eardrum perforation, surgical treatment in a hospital will be necessary. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.