Question
A 4-year-old boy has been constantly tugging at his ears, complaining of itching, and has noticed yellow earwax discharge. At the same time, he has a buzzing sound in his ears and a slight fever. How should a child with yellow earwax and otitis media be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications can be appropriately used. Regional treatment options include using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the baby. If the symptoms are mainly ear pain, painkillers can be considered. Additionally, if there is a fever, some antipyretic medications can be taken. For high fevers, it is still recommended to seek medical attention promptly. Otitis media is characterized by recurrent attacks, and if there is a perforation of the eardrum, immediate medical treatment is required. Lastly, parents should pay attention to this disease, seek medical treatment for their child as soon as possible, and also pay attention to related preventive and health care work in their daily lives.