Question
My daughter is 2 years old. Lately, she has been complaining of itching and pain in her ears. This morning, she had yellowish earwax discharge, and she also has a low-grade fever. How should one treat purulent earwax in children with otitis media?
Answer
For a better treatment of otitis media, one can choose some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medications under the guidance of a doctor. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be carried out using anti-inflammatory ear drops. For children with pronounced ear pain symptoms, analgesic medications can be administered. If accompanied by a high fever, medication should be used according to the child’s condition. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical treatment at a hospital as soon as possible. Otitis media has the characteristic of recurrent attacks. If there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. During treatment, it is also important to arrange for a light diet for the child and enhance nutritional supplementation to help recover as soon as possible.