Question
My son is 7 years old. Lately, his ears have been a bit painful. This morning, the earwax was a bit thick and yellow, and he also had a low-grade fever. How should children with otitis media with yellow discharge be treated effectively?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance for their child to relieve inflammatory symptoms. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used in conjunction. For children with pronounced ear pain, analgesic medications can be administered. If the child has a fever, parents can give the child antipyretic medication or take them to the hospital immediately. In cases of severe symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum, it is necessary to seek immediate hospital treatment. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.