Question
My son is one year old. Lately, he has been saying that his ear is itchy and painful. Examination shows that there is a lot of earwax and it’s yellow, accompanied by a low-grade fever. How should we treat the yellow ear discharge in children with otitis media?
Answer
Antibiotics are a common treatment for otitis media, and the choice can be made accordingly. A bacterial culture of the ear secretion can also be performed, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used based on the results. If the child’s ear pain is severe, appropriate painkillers can be administered; if there are symptoms of high fever, medication should be used according to specific conditions. In case of serious complications such as tympanic membrane perforation, immediate medical treatment should be sought. Parents should take good care of their child’s daily hygiene and observation to prevent recurrence of otitis media.