Question
My son is 1 year old. Lately, he’s been saying his ears are itchy and painful. This morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax, and he also seems to have little appetite and is rather weak. How should I treat his otitis media if there’s yellow fluid coming out of his ear?
Answer
You can appropriately use some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications, and also combine with some regional treatment methods, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. When the child’s ear pain is severe, you can also use painkillers in moderation. If the child has a fever, then you should consider using fever-reducing medication. If the situation is severe, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. These are some commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child shows symptoms of perforated eardrum, timely hospital surgery treatment is required. Parents should also pay attention to protecting their children well in daily life to prevent otitis media from recurring.