Question
My 3-year-old daughter just started kindergarten and has been constantly tugging at her ear, feeling itchy. The earwax is yellow and somewhat sticky, accompanied by headaches and fever. How should otitis media with yellow discharge from the ear be treated in children?
Answer
In general, treatment usually involves following medical instructions to administer anti-inflammatory medications to the child. If symptoms are severe, regional therapy can be considered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If ear pain is the primary symptom, painkillers can be administered. If accompanied by a high fever, appropriate medication should be used based on the symptoms. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. These methods are commonly used in the treatment of otitis media. If an eardrum perforation occurs, timely surgical treatment is required. Parents should always be vigilant in protecting their children to prevent recurrent otitis media.