Question
The boy is 11 years old and in elementary school. He has been tugging at his ear and complaining of itching for a week. He was found to have purulent earwax, has poor appetite, and feels uncomfortable in his throat. How should otitis media with yellow effusion in children be treated?
Answer
Pediatric otitis media is usually treatable with oral antibiotics and regional application of anti-inflammatory ear drops. For severe pain, painkillers can be considered, and antipyretics can be taken if there is a fever. If symptoms are severe, seek medical attention promptly. If there is a perforation of the eardrum, surgery may be considered, and rest should be maintained during this period, along with increased intake of vegetables and fruits.