Question
My son is 7 years old. Lately, he has been complaining of itchy and painful ears. Additionally, there is a lot of yellow earwax, and his ears are buzzing. He also has a slight fever. How should I treat my child’s otitis media with yellow earwax?
Answer
Antibiotic medications are commonly used for treating otitis media and can be chosen appropriately. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be performed by using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s main symptom is ear pain, parents can give some painkillers to relieve the pain. If there is also a fever, some antipyretics can be taken. In case of high fever, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are repeated acute severe cases or if there has been a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be performed. Parents should also pay attention to protecting their children well in daily life to prevent recurrent otitis media inflammation.