Question
My son is 3 years old. In recent days, he has been complaining of itchy and painful ears. I noticed that the earwax is a bit thick and yellowish, and he seems to have little appetite and is rather weak. How should I treat my child’s otitis media with yellow discharge?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the current methods and medications used in clinical treatment for pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose symptomatic treatments and also combine some regional treatment methods, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s ear pain is severe, it is recommended to administer painkillers according to the situation. If the child has a fever, he can take fever-reducing medications. In serious cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to these drug treatment methods, if the child develops severe conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.