Question
Dear Parent, my son is 7 years old. Recently, he has been complaining about ear pain, and I noticed that the earwax is purulent and a bit yellow. Additionally, he has been experiencing a low-grade fever. How should I treat my child’s otitis media with yellow discharge from the ear?
Answer
The recommended treatment is to follow the doctor’s instructions and administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child. You can consider using anti-inflammatory ear drops if the pain is severe. If there are symptoms of fever, you can give him antipyretic medication. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there is a perforation in the eardrum, it is recommended to undergo surgery promptly. Parents should also take protective measures to prevent recurrence of infection.