Question
A 10-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been consistently tugging at his ear and complaining of itching. You’ve noticed yellowish earwax oozing out, and he seems to have little appetite and is feeling weak. How should purulent earwax in children with otitis media be treated?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are mainly used. Medications that target specific symptoms can be administered based on the child’s condition, with good results. Parents can give their child regional treatment with anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the main symptom is ear pain, painkillers can be considered. If accompanied by a high fever, medication should be used according to the child’s symptoms. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek immediate medical treatment. If your child has an eardrum perforation, timely hospital treatment and surgery are necessary. At the same time, it is important to arrange for a light diet for the child and enhance nutritional supplementation to aid in early recovery.