Patient's question:
My daughter is 1 year old. This week, the child told me her ears are a bit painful. Additionally, I noticed the earwax is purulent, slightly yellow, and she also has poor appetite and a sore throat. I would like to ask: How should otitis media with yellow discharge be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic medications are commonly used for treating otitis media and can be selected as appropriate. Parents can use topical anti-inflammatory ear drops for local treatment. If the child's ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, it is recommended to use pain relievers to alleviate the symptoms. If accompanied by high fever, medication should be administered based on the child's condition. In severe cases, seek hospital treatment promptly. If there is a possibility of a tympanic membrane perforation, parents may consider surgical treatment for the child. While undergoing treatment, it is important to provide the child with a light diet and enhance nutritional supplementation to aid in early recovery.