Question
Dear parents, my daughter is only 2 years old, and recently, she has been telling me that her ear hurts. I noticed that there is a lot of yellow earwax, and it’s buzzing in her ear. She also has a slight fever. How should we diagnose and treat otitis media in children with yellow fluid in their ears?
Answer
Antibiotic medications are commonly used for the treatment of otitis media and can be chosen based on the situation. Regional use of anti-inflammatory ear drops can be administered for treatment, and painkillers can also be given to the child when they have ear pain. If the child also has a high fever, consider using fever-reducing medication, but if the fever persists, it is imperative to seek medical attention promptly. Additionally, if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment is required. Parents should also take precautions to protect their children to prevent a recurrence of otitis media.