Question
Dear parents, my daughter is currently 3 years old and has been experiencing ear pain recently. Her earwax is yellow and purulent, and she has lost her appetite and is feeling weak. How should we treat yellowish, purulent earwax in children with otitis media?
Answer
Pediatric otitis media is commonly treated with antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications, which can be administered systemically or locally. Local treatment may involve using anti-inflammatory ear drops, and painkillers can be given if necessary. If fever is present, fever-reducing medication can be administered. In severe cases, immediate medical attention is required. If there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment is necessary. Parents should take precautions to avoid recurrent otitis media.