Question
A 1-year-old girl recently complained of ear pain, with sticky, slightly yellow earwax in the morning. She has lost her appetite and is feeling uncomfortable in her throat. How can one effectively treat a child’s otitis media with yellow earwax?
Answer
Currently, the main treatment for pediatric otitis media in clinical practice is antibiotics, using symptomatic medication according to the child’s condition, while also undergoing regional treatment, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops and painkillers for ear pain. If fever is present, parents can administer fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If symptoms of tympanic membrane perforation occur, immediate medical attention and surgical treatment are required. At the same time, attention should be given to a light diet and nutritional supplementation to help the child recover as soon as possible.