Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl has just started kindergarten. Recently, the child has been complaining of ear pain. She occasionally has yellow fluid leaking from her ears, and her appetite and throat are also uncomfortable. How should otitis media with purulent earwax be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the current methods and medications for the clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose them according to symptoms. Bacterial culture of ear secretions can be performed, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used based on the test results. When the child's ear pain is severe, a small amount of pain-relieving medication can also be used. Additionally, if there is a fever, some fever-reducing drugs can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there is a case of a ruptured eardrum, parents can consider surgical treatment for the child. During this period, ensure the child gets adequate rest and eats more vegetables and fruits.