Question
My 3-year-old daughter just started kindergarten, and this week, she’s been experiencing ear pain. I’ve noticed that there’s yellowish earwax coming out, along with headaches and fever. How should I treat my child’s otitis media if it results in yellow discharge?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric otitis media can involve using symptomatic medication based on the child’s symptoms, and at the same time, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be administered. If the child’s ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate the symptoms. If the child has a particularly high fever, it is suggested to use a fever-reducing medicine in appropriate amounts. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In cases where there is a risk of perforation of the eardrum, parents may consider surgical treatment. During treatment, it is also important to ensure that the child maintains a light diet and strengthens nutritional supplements to aid in an early recovery.