Question
My son is 7 years old. This week, he has been experiencing some pain in his ear, and I noticed that the earwax is purulent and a bit yellow. Additionally, he seems to have little appetite and is rather weak. How should we treat a child’s otitis media with purulent discharge?
Answer
The treatment approach depends on the child’s symptoms and includes symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. You can use anti-inflammatory ear drops for local treatment. If the main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended to take a moderate dose of pain relievers to alleviate the pain. If fever is present, you can take fever-reducing medication. In case of high fever, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If a severe condition leads to perforation of the eardrum, surgical treatment may be necessary. At the same time, it is important to arrange the child’s diet and lifestyle habits reasonably to promote recovery.