Question
Baby girl, 3 years old, has been experiencing ear pain, yellow earwax, decreased appetite, and throat discomfort recently. How should a child with otitis media and yellow earwax be treated?
Answer
Treat the child’s symptoms with appropriate anti-inflammatory medication. Regional anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used, and painkillers can be administered in moderate amounts during severe ear pain. If fever is present, oral antipyretics can be taken. If there is no relief, medical attention should be sought. If there is a perforation in the eardrum, surgical treatment can be considered. Parents should pay attention to protective measures to prevent recurrence of otitis media.