Question
My daughter, who is three years old, recently reported pain in her ear, along with yellowish earwax and accompanied by headache and fever. I would like to ask: How should children with otitis media and purulent earwax be medically treated?
Answer
Generally speaking, for pediatric otitis media, antibiotic treatment can be considered. In addition, regional treatments include the use of anti-inflammatory ear drops to alleviate ear pain, and painkillers can be used to relieve pain. If fever is present, antipyretic medications can be administered. In case of severe conditions, medical attention should be sought promptly. Otitis media often recurs, and timely treatment is required if there is a tympanic membrane perforation. During the treatment period, it is important to keep warm to avoid exacerbating symptoms.