Question
My child is a 4-year-old boy. These days, he has been scratching his ear, saying it itches. Additionally, the earwax is a bit thick and yellowish, and there’s a buzzing sound in his ear. He also has a slight fever. How should I treat his otitis media if there’s yellow fluid in his ear?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, it is first advisable to use symptomatic antibiotic medications. If the condition is more severe, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used in conjunction. In cases of ear pain, painkillers can also be administered to the child. If the child has a fever along with the symptoms, parents can give him medications that have fever-reducing effects. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to these medication treatments, if the child has severe symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum, hospital surgery may be required. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage the child to engage in moderate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.