Question
A 7-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been experiencing some pain in his ear over the past few days. The earwax is a bit thick and yellowish, accompanied by headaches and fever. How should a child with mucus in the ear due to otitis media be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
For treatment, it is recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions to administer anti-inflammatory medications to the child, use topical anti-inflammatory ear drops in the affected area, and provide pain relief medications based on the child’s condition. Especially when the ear pain is severe, these can help alleviate the pain. If there is a high fever, consider using fever-reducing medication, but if the fever persists, it is imperative to seek medical attention promptly. If the child shows symptoms of tympanic membrane perforation, immediate medical treatment and surgery may be necessary. It is advised that parents take this disease seriously, seek medical treatment as soon as possible, and pay attention to relevant preventive and health care measures.