Question
My daughter is one year old, and recently, she has been saying that her ear is both itchy and painful. Examination shows that there is a lot of yellow earwax and she has a slight fever. How should I treat my child’s otitis media if there is yellow discharge?
Answer
When a child exhibits symptoms of otitis media, it is recommended to choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs under the guidance of a doctor to alleviate the inflammation, and regional medication can also be adopted, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the child experiences severe ear pain, a suitable dose of painkillers may be administered; if there are fever symptoms, antipyretic medication can also be taken. In severe cases or if there is an eardrum perforation, immediate medical treatment should be sought. Additionally, parents should pay attention to doing a good job with their child’s daily care to prevent the recurrence of otitis media.