Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 4 years old. Lately, he has been complaining of itchy and painful ears. I noticed that there is yellowish earwax discharge, along with a slight fever. How should I treat my child’s ear infection with yellow discharge?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are mainly used. Medications can be used according to the child’s symptoms, which have shown good results. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s ear pain is severe, it is recommended to administer painkillers according to the situation. If the child has a fever, he can take antipyretic medication. If the condition is severe, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. The above methods are commonly used for treatment, but if the child shows symptoms of perforated eardrum, immediate medical attention and surgical treatment are required. It is also important to pay attention to arranging a reasonable diet and sleep habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.