Question
My daughter is 6 years old. This week, she told me her ear hurts a bit, and there is a lot of yellow earwax. Moreover, she seems to have little appetite and is feeling weak. How should I treat my child’s otitis media with yellow earwax?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric otitis media, it is effective to give the child some antibiotics according to the symptoms. Additionally, regional treatment can be carried out, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. Painkillers can also be administered based on the child’s condition, especially when the ear pain is severe, which can help alleviate the pain. Some children may also have a fever, in which case some antipyretic medication can be given orally. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is necessary to seek medical attention. In cases of repeated acute severe episodes or if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be performed. During treatment, it is also important to arrange for a light diet for the child and to enhance nutritional supplementation to help recover as soon as possible.