Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 3 years old. In recent days, the child has said his ears are itchy and painful, and there is also yellow earwax discharge. Additionally, his ears are buzzing, and he has a slight fever. Please ask: How should otitis media with purulent earwax be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, first, you can use some symptomatic antibiotic medication. Local medication can be used, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain is severe, appropriate analgesics can be given. Some children may also have a fever at this time, and oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If it cannot be relieved, it is essential to seek medical attention. Otitis media has the characteristic of recurring, and if there is a tympanic membrane perforation, it needs to be treated promptly. Parents should also pay attention to taking preventive measures for their children to avoid a recurrence of otitis media.