Question
My 3-year-old daughter just started kindergarten. Lately, she’s been telling me her ear hurts. Additionally, the earwax is a bit thick and yellow, and there’s a buzzing sound in her ear. She also has a slight fever. How should I treat her otitis media if there is yellow fluid in her ear?
Answer
When treating this type of illness, you can give your child some symptomatic antibiotic medications. If the child’s condition is more severe, you can also complement with some regional treatments, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. You can also administer painkillers based on the child’s condition, especially when the ear pain is severe, which can help alleviate the pain. If the child has a particularly high fever accompanied by the illness, then you should use some fever-reducing medications in moderation. If the condition is severe, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child develops serious conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that your child gets plenty of nutrition, and the diet should be light and easy to digest. Also, make sure your child gets enough rest and avoids fatigue.