Question
My daughter is 8 years old, and recently, she has been complaining about her ear feeling itchy and painful. This morning, I noticed that the earwax is pus-like and slightly yellow. She also has a headache and fever. How should I treat her otitis media with earwax pus effectively?
Answer
To effectively treat otitis media, one should choose appropriate medications with anti-inflammatory properties under a doctor’s guidance. While taking these medications, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be administered. For children with prominent ear pain symptoms, painkillers may be used. If the child has a fever, parents can give her antipyretic medications or take her to the hospital immediately. In addition to these medication treatments, if the condition is severe and there is a perforation of the eardrum, hospital surgery may be required. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in moderate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.