Question
My daughter is 7 years old. This week, she said her ear hurt, and in the morning, I found the earwax was purulent and a bit yellow. Additionally, she has a slight fever. How should yellow earwax in children with otitis media be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
The treatment should be symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms, such as appropriate ear drops for inflammation. If there is ear pain, some painkillers can be given; if there is fever, medication should be used according to the symptoms. In case of severe illness, seek medical treatment as soon as possible. If the child shows symptoms of tympanic membrane perforation, timely surgery should be performed. At the same time, pay attention to reasonable diet and living habits to help recovery as soon as possible.