Patient's question:
My little girl is 2 years old. Recently, she said her ears hurt. I noticed there was a lot of yellow earwax. Additionally, she has a headache and a fever. Could you please tell me how to treat otitis media with yellow discharge in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic medications are commonly used for treating otitis media and can be selected accordingly. Local drug treatment is possible, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used for treatment. If the child's main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents give appropriate pain relief medication. If the child has a high fever, it is necessary to use fever-reducing medication in moderation. In case of severe symptoms, prompt medical attention is required. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if a eardrum perforation has occurred, surgical treatment should be performed in a timely manner. After the condition improves, it is advisable to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.