Question
A three-year-old girl recently started kindergarten, and this week, she began complaining of ear pain and had yellow earwax discharged. The child seems to have lost her appetite and looks very tired. How should otitis media in children be treated to alleviate the yellow fluid in the ears?
Answer
When a child exhibits symptoms of otitis media, they can be given appropriate antibiotic medications, and regional treatment methods can also be adopted, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child primarily shows ear pain, it is recommended to administer a moderate dose of pain relievers under a doctor’s guidance to relieve the pain. If the child also has a fever, fever-reducing medication can be taken. In severe cases or if there is a perforation in the eardrum, it is advisable to seek professional medical help and undergo surgical treatment as soon as possible. In everyday life, parents should pay attention to protecting their child’s ears to prevent the recurrence of otitis media.