Question
My 3-year-old daughter just started kindergarten, and recently she has been experiencing ear pain, yellow and thick earwax, buzzing in her ears, and a low-grade fever. How should one treat a child with otitis media with yellow discharge for the best effect?
Answer
The primary treatment for pediatric otitis media is to administer anti-inflammatory medications to the child, along with regional treatments such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain is severe, painkillers may be considered. If accompanied by a high fever, medication should be used according to the symptoms, and in severe cases, medical attention should be sought promptly. If symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum occur, timely surgical treatment is required. It is advisable to have a light diet and consume liquid foods mainly during the treatment period.