Question
My 3-year-old daughter has been tugging at her ear and experiencing a buzzing sound since she started kindergarten. I noticed her earwax is purulent and yellowish, and she has a slight fever. How should I properly handle this situation where a child has otitis media with yellow earwax?
Answer
For children with otitis media, medication should be chosen based on symptoms, including the use of anti-inflammatory ear drops after a culture of ear secretions. If the primary symptom is ear pain, a moderate amount of pain reliever can be given to alleviate the symptoms. If accompanied by severe fever, fever-reducing medication is necessary. In serious cases, immediate medical attention should be sought. If an eardrum perforation occurs, timely surgical treatment is required. Meanwhile, pay attention to a reasonable diet and rest schedule to assist in the recovery from the disease.