Question
Dear parents, my son is almost 4 years old. In recent days, he has been complaining of ear pain. Upon inspection, I noticed a lot of yellow earwax and he seems to have little appetite and is quite weak. How should a child with yellow earwax and otitis media be treated?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the methods and medications used in clinical treatment for pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose according to the symptoms. They can conduct a bacterial culture of ear secretions and use anti-inflammatory ear drops based on the results of the examination. If the child’s main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents give some painkillers to relieve the pain. If the child has a fever, some antipyretic medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. These are some commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child shows symptoms of tympanic membrane perforation, timely hospitalization for surgery is required. Finally, I hope that parents can pay attention to this disease and take their children to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible. Also, be sure to pay attention to preventive measures and health care in daily life.