Question
A 12-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been complaining of ear pain recently. This morning, it was discovered that the earwax is purulent and slightly yellow. Additionally, the child seems to have little appetite and is feeling weak. How should yellow earwax in children with middle ear infection be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications can be appropriately used, and regional treatment methods can also be combined, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for medical treatment. If the child’s primary symptom is ear pain, parents can consider giving some painkillers to relieve the pain. If the child also has a fever, some antipyretic medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child develops serious conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. Lastly, parents should pay attention to this disease and take their child for medical treatment as soon as possible. Also, it is important to do a good job of prevention and health care work in daily life.