Question
My 9-year-old son has been experiencing some pain in his ear lately. The earwax has been oozing out yellowish fluid, accompanied by headaches and fever. How should we treat pediatric otitis media with yellow discharge?
Answer
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications can be appropriately used, along with local treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. For severe symptoms, painkillers may be considered to alleviate the condition, and fever-reducing medications or immediate medical attention may be necessary if fever is present. In case of serious conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical attention and surgical treatment should be sought. It is also important to maintain a light diet and enhance nutritional supplementation to promote recovery.