Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, attending elementary school. Recently, the child has been experiencing some ear pain. Upon examination, it was found that the earwax was purulent, slightly yellow, and accompanied by headache and fever. Please ask: How is it best to treat otitis media with purulent earwax in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, they can first take some symptomatic antibiotics. Ear secretion bacterial culture can be conducted, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used based on the test results. For children with significant ear pain, pain-relieving medication can be administered. If the child has a high fever, appropriate fever-reducing medication should be used. In severe cases, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. If your child experiences a perforated eardrum, they need to be taken to the hospital for surgical treatment. Pay attention to a light diet during daily life, and focus on liquid foods during the treatment period.