Patient's question:
Girl baby, only 1 year old, this week, the child has been scratching her ears and saying they are itchy. Upon observation, it was found that the earwax was purulent, slightly yellow, and it seemed that she had little appetite and felt very weak. Please ask: How should otitis media with yellow discharge be diagnosed and treated in children?Doctor's answer:
You can appropriately use some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs. Local medication can be used, and you can choose anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child's main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents give appropriate pain relievers to alleviate it. If the child has a fever, parents can give the child some fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these medication methods, if the child's condition is severe and involves a tympanic membrane perforation, it is necessary to go to the hospital for surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet primarily focused on light foods, and to ensure the child gets plenty of rest to avoid fatigue.