Question
My daughter is 3 years old and just started kindergarten. This week, she’s been constantly tugging at her ear, saying it itches. I noticed her earwax is purulent and slightly yellow, and she has a buzzing sound in her ear. She also has a low-grade fever. What should be the effective treatment for yellow earwax in children with otitis media?
Answer
For treatment, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication should be administered based on the child’s symptoms. Regional medication can be used, and if the child has severe ear pain, painkillers can be given as appropriate. If the child also has a high fever, some fever-reducing medicine can be taken. However, if the fever persists, it is imperative to seek medical attention promptly. If your child has a problem with perforated eardrum, you need to go to the hospital for timely surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with…