Question
My daughter is 3 years old and just started kindergarten. Recently, she’s been experiencing ear pain, and I noticed her earwax is purulent and yellowish. She also has tinnitus and a slight fever. What are effective treatment methods for the yellow fluid in pediatric otitis media?
Answer
The first step in treating pediatric otitis media is to administer symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication to the child. Regional anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be used for treatment. Depending on the child’s condition, painkillers may be considered to alleviate severe ear pain. If fever is present, consider using fever-reducing medication. If the condition is severe, seek medical attention promptly. If there are situations such as perforation of the eardrum, timely treatment should be sought, and during this period, maintain good dietary hygiene and adequate rest.