Question
A 9-year-old boy has been experiencing some pain in his ear recently, with harder and more yellowish earwax. He also has a lack of appetite and discomfort in his throat. How should otitis media with purulent earwax in children be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, appropriate anti-inflammatory medications can be used. In severe cases, consider regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the main symptom is ear pain, painkillers can be considered. If there is a fever, fever-reducing medication can be administered. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Common treatment methods include eating a light diet and focusing on liquid foods. In case of an eardrum perforation, timely surgical treatment should be performed.