Question
My son is 6 years old. Over the past few days, he has been complaining of itchy and painful ears. This morning, there was some thick, yellow earwax, and his ears were buzzing. He also had a slight fever. How should I treat my child’s otitis media with yellow discharge?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric otitis media can involve symptomatic medications based on the child’s symptoms, along with some regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. For children with pronounced earache symptoms, painkillers can be used. If the child has a high fever, antipyretics should be used judiciously. In severe cases, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the child develops a perforated eardrum, it is recommended to go to the hospital for surgical treatment promptly. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. It is also important to ensure the child gets plenty of rest and avoids fatigue.