Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, has started elementary school. Recently, the child said his ears feel itchy and painful. In the morning, yellow earwax was noticed flowing out, accompanied by some low fever. Question: How should otitis media with yellow earwax be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the current methods and medications for the clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose them based on symptoms. Additionally, local treatment can be performed, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for children. When a child experiences severe ear pain, a small amount of pain-relieving medication can also be used. If the child has a fever, fever-reducing medications should be administered. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If the child develops a tympanic membrane perforation, it is recommended to go to the hospital for surgical treatment as soon as possible. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and sleep schedule for the child to help the disease recover more quickly.