Question
My daughter is 3 years old. Lately, she has been scratching her ears and complaining of itching. I noticed that there is a lot of yellow earwax, and she also has a headache and fever. How should I treat her pediatric otitis media with yellow discharge?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be used, along with regional treatments such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child experiences severe symptoms like ear pain and yellow discharge, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate the symptoms. Additionally, if there is a fever, fever-reducing medication can be taken. If the fever is high, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. These are common treatment methods. If the child shows symptoms of a perforated eardrum, timely hospital treatment and surgery may be necessary. During the treatment period, it is important to keep warm and avoid exacerbating symptoms by catching a cold.