Question
My daughter is 8 years old. Lately, she has been complaining of ear pain, and I’ve noticed that her earwax is a bit thick and yellowish. Additionally, she has a buzzing sound in her ear and a slight fever. How should pediatric otitis media with purulent earwax be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
For a better treatment of otitis media, it is recommended to choose some symptomatic medications with anti-inflammatory effects under the guidance of a doctor. While taking medication, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be administered. If the child’s ear pain is severe, painkillers may be suggested. If the child has a fever, parents can give the child fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child develops severe conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. Also, it’s important to ensure the child gets plenty of rest and avoids fatigue.