Patient's question:
My male child, who is 9 years old, told me this week that his ears are a bit painful. Upon observation, there is a lot of yellow earwax, accompanied by headache and fever. Question: How should otitis media with purulent earwax be diagnosed and treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, first, you can use some symptomatic antibiotic medication. Local treatment can be administered using anti-inflammatory ear drops. When the child's ear pain is severe, you can also take pain relievers in moderation. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be given. If the symptoms do not improve, it is essential to seek medical attention. In addition to these drug treatments, if the child's condition worsens significantly, such as in cases of a ruptured eardrum, prompt treatment is necessary. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage appropriate exercise to boost the immune system and prevent recurrence.