Patient's question:
My boy is 8 years old. Recently, the child said he has ear pain. Additionally, his earwax is a bit thick and yellowish. He also has poor appetite and a sore throat. Please ask: How should otitis media with purulent earwax be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents, under the guidance of a doctor, choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their children to alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Parents can also use topical anti-inflammatory ear drops for local treatment. If the child's ear pain is severe, they may take pain-relieving medication as needed. Some children may also experience fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be given. If these methods do not provide relief, medical attention is necessary. The above methods are commonly used for treating otitis media currently. Additionally, if there is a case of eardrum perforation, it requires timely surgical treatment. Parents should also pay attention to protective measures to prevent recurrent otitis media.