Question
This 2-year-old girl has recently been experiencing itching in her ears, with an excessive amount of yellow earwax and a buzzing sound in her ear, along with a low-grade fever. She is asking about how to treat otitis media when the ears have yellow discharge.
Answer
When a child has otitis media, appropriate use of anti-inflammatory medications can be effective. Topical application of anti-inflammatory ear drops can help alleviate symptoms, particularly in severe cases of earache and yellow discharge. In such instances, painkillers may be used judiciously to relieve symptoms. If accompanied by high fever, it is recommended to use a certain amount of fever-reducing medication. If the situation is severe, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. In case of tympanic membrane perforation, it is suggested to seek medical treatment and surgery as soon as possible. During treatment, it is important to maintain a light diet, primarily consisting of liquid foods.