Question
Dear parents, my daughter is currently 2 years old. This week, she has been constantly tugging at her ears and complaining of itching. In the morning, there was some thick, yellow earwax, and she also had a slight fever. What should I do if the earwax in my child’s otitis media is purulent?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, antibiotics can be used first, along with regional treatment such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain is severe, appropriate painkillers can be administered. When the child has a fever, parents can give fever-reducing medication or seek immediate medical attention. In addition to medication, if there are severe conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. During treatment, it is advisable to have a light diet and consume mainly liquid foods.