Question
My child is a 2-year-old boy. This week, he’s been constantly tugging at his ears and complaining of itching. I’ve noticed that there’s a lot of yellow earwax, and he also has a headache and fever. How should I treat my child’s otitis media with yellow earwax?
Answer
In clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are primarily used. Symptomatic medications can be used according to the child’s symptoms, which have been effective. You can perform a bacterial culture of the ear secretions and use anti-inflammatory ear drops based on the results of the examination. If the pain is severe, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. If the child also has a high fever, some fever-reducing medicine can be taken as needed. However, if the fever persists, it is imperative to seek medical attention promptly. In cases where there is a risk of perforation of the eardrum, parents may consider surgical treatment for their child. Parents should also take precautions to protect their child from further inflammation of otitis media.