Question
A 3-year-old girl, just started kindergarten, has been experiencing ear pain recently. There is a large amount of yellow earwax, accompanied by headaches and fever. How should one treat a child’s otitis media with yellow discharge?
Answer
Treatment should be provided with symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. In severe cases, regional treatment options, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops, can be considered. If the child’s ear pain is severe, analgesics may be used as appropriate; if accompanied by high fever, a suitable amount of antipyretic medication can be administered. If the situation is serious, medical attention should be sought promptly. If there is a perforation in the eardrum, parents may consider surgical treatment, during which the child should rest sufficiently and consume more fruits and vegetables.