Question
My 2-year-old son has been saying his ear hurts, and there is yellow earwax coming out. He also has a headache and a fever. How should I treat yellow effusion in my child’s otitis media?
Answer
To treat pediatric otitis media, you can first give your child symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication, and also apply topical anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, painkillers can be used to alleviate symptoms. If there is a fever, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there is a perforation in the eardrum, consider surgical treatment. At the same time, pay attention to giving your child a reasonable diet and rest schedule to promote recovery.