Question
My daughter is 9 years old and has recently been experiencing ear pain with yellow, purulent earwax, accompanied by low-grade fever. How should I treat her pediatric otitis media with yellow discharge?
Answer
For children with otitis media, it is recommended that parents administer symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication and combine it with local treatment, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has severe ear pain and yellow discharge, some painkillers may be prescribed to alleviate symptoms; if there is fever, antipyretic medication can be taken. If high fever persists, it is advisable to seek medical attention early. In addition to the above common treatment methods, if the child shows symptoms of perforated eardrum, timely medical treatment and surgery should be sought. Parents should also take precautions to protect their child’s ears to prevent recurrence of otitis media.