Question
A 7-year-old boy has recently been experiencing itching and pain in his ear, with yellow, purulent earwax. He has a lack of appetite and discomfort in his throat. How should a child with otitis media and yellow ear discharge be treated?
Answer
Treatment for the child’s symptoms should involve symptomatic use of anti-inflammatory medication, possibly combined with regional treatment methods, such as using ear drops. If the ear pain is severe, analgesics can be used moderately; if the child has a high fever, antipyretic medication should be administered appropriately. In case of serious conditions, such as perforation of the eardrum, medical attention should be sought promptly. In addition to medication, during the treatment period, it is recommended to feed the child with light and easily digestible liquid foods.