Question
A 12-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been scratching his ear and complaining of itching for several days. In the morning, there is a lot of yellow earwax, and he also seems to have lost his appetite and become weak. How can we diagnose and treat pediatric otitis media with yellow fluid in the ear?
Answer
When treating this condition, it is advisable to give the child symptomatic antibiotic medications. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child experiences severe symptoms such as ear pain and the discharge of yellow fluid, painkillers may be recommended to alleviate the symptoms. If the child has a high fever, a small amount of fever-reducing medicine can be used, but if the fever persists, medical attention must be sought immediately. In cases of severe symptoms such as a perforated eardrum, timely hospitalization for surgical treatment is required. Pay attention to a light diet in daily life, and consume mainly liquid foods during treatment.