Question

Dear Parent, our daughter is 6 years old and has been experiencing persistent ear pulling, itching in the ear, yellowish, thick earwax, and headaches with fever recently. How can we effectively treat the purulent earwax in pediatric otitis media?

Answer

Treatment should be based on the child’s symptoms and include symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. Regional treatment options, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops, can be considered. If there is severe pain in the ear, appropriate painkillers can be administered. In cases of severe fever, a suitable antipyretic should be used. If symptoms are severe, medical attention should be sought promptly. If symptoms of tympanic membrane perforation occur, immediate surgical treatment is required. It is recommended that parents pay attention to this disease, seek medical treatment early, and pay attention to related preventive and health care work in their daily lives.