Question
My daughter is 5 years old and has recently told me her ear hurts. I noticed her earwax is a bit thick and yellow. Besides that, she seems to have no appetite and is quite weak. How should I treat her yellow earwax and otitis media?
Answer
Generally speaking, for pediatric otitis media, antibiotics can be administered to the child based on the symptoms, which is often an effective treatment method. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be combined. If the child mainly exhibits symptoms of ear pain, parents are advised to give some painkillers to relieve the pain. If there are symptoms of fever, medication should be used according to the child’s condition. For severe cases, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly. Otitis media usually has a tendency to recur, and if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child warm and avoid catching a cold to worsen the symptoms.