Question
A 7-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been complaining of ear pain for the past few days. The child has yellowish earwax, and the ear feels buzzing. There is also a slight fever. How should one treat yellow fluid in a child’s ear due to otitis media?
Answer
For treatment recommendations, it is generally advised to follow the doctor’s instructions and administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child. In severe cases, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be combined. Painkillers can also be given for ear pain. Additionally, if there is a fever, antipyretics can be taken. It is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible if there is a high fever, and immediate hospital treatment is required if severe symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum occur. Parents should also take precautions to protect their child from recurrent otitis media.