Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl has just started attending kindergarten. This week, the child has been scratching her ears and complaining of itching. In the morning, it was found that the earwax was purulent, slightly yellow, and the ears were buzzing. There was also a low-grade fever. The question is: How to treat otitis media with purulent earwax in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the methods and medications used in clinical treatment for pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose them according to symptoms or use local medications, such as applying anti-inflammatory ear drops to the child. Pain in the ear can also be relieved with analgesics, and if the child has a fever, fever-reducing medications can be administered. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if a eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed in a timely manner. During treatment, it is essential to ensure the child stays warm and avoid exposure to cold to prevent worsening of symptoms.