Question
Dear parents, our 9-year-old daughter has been experiencing ear pain lately. We’ve noticed yellowish earwax discharge and she seems to have lost her appetite and is feeling weak. How should we treat her pediatric otitis media with purulent earwax?
Answer
For an effective treatment of otitis media, it’s advisable to choose symptomatic medications with anti-inflammatory properties under a doctor’s guidance. If the child’s condition is severe, regional treatments can be combined, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. When the child’s ear pain is severe, it may be appropriate to use painkillers in moderation. If the child also has a high fever, some antipyretic medication should be used in moderation. In severe cases, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. If your child develops a perforated eardrum, immediate hospital treatment and surgery may be necessary. Parents should also take precautions to prevent recurrence of otitis media.