Question
A 6-year-old boy has been telling me his ear has been hurting recently. This morning, yellow earwax has been discharged. He also seems to have little appetite and is feeling weak. How should a child with otitis media and yellow discharge be treated?
Answer
Treatment should involve providing symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. Additionally, regional treatment can be administered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the ear pain is severe, some painkillers may be appropriately administered. If accompanied by a high fever, medication should be used according to the child’s condition. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical treatment at a hospital as soon as possible. If your child experiences a perforation in the eardrum, timely hospital surgery is necessary. Lastly, parents should pay attention to this disease and take their child for treatment as soon as possible. In addition, it is important to do well in related preventive and health care work on a daily basis.