Question
A 6-year-old girl, recently reported ear pain and noticed excessive, yellow earwax. Accompanied by headaches and fever, how should a child’s otitis media with yellow discharge from the ear be treated?
Answer
For an effective treatment of otitis media, it is advisable to select symptomatic medications with anti-inflammatory properties under a doctor’s guidance. Regional drug treatment can be considered, and you may opt for anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate symptoms. If the child is also experiencing fever, parents can administer fever-reducing medications. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Otitis media is characterized by recurrent episodes, and if there is a perforation of the eardrum, immediate medical treatment is necessary. Lastly, parents should take this disease seriously and seek medical treatment for their child as soon as possible. In addition, it is important to pay attention to preventive measures and health care in daily life.