Question
Dear parents, my daughter is only 3 years old, and this week, she has been experiencing some pain in her ear. In the morning, the earwax is a bit thick and yellowish, and she also has a low-grade fever. How should we treat a child’s otitis media with yellow discharge?
Answer
Treatment for pediatric otitis media can involve using symptomatic medication based on the child’s symptoms, as well as regional treatments, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the baby. If the child’s ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, it is recommended to use pain relievers to alleviate the symptoms; if the child also has a fever, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If symptoms of perforation of the eardrum occur, immediate hospital treatment and surgery are required. Parents also need to take precautions to prevent a recurrence of otitis media.