Question
Dear Baby, currently 3 years old, this week, the child says their ear hurts, in the morning, there is yellowish pus-like earwax discharge, and they also seem to have little appetite and are very weak. How should we treat the child’s otitis media with purulent earwax?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be used. If the child’s condition is more severe, some regional treatments can be combined, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. Painkillers can also be given according to the child’s condition, especially when the ear pain is severe, which can help alleviate the pain. If the child is accompanied by a high fever, then appropriate fever-reducing medication should be used. If the condition is severe, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. These methods are currently commonly used in treating otitis media. In addition, if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment is required. Parents should also pay attention to protecting their children to prevent a recurrence of otitis media.