Question
Dear parents, my daughter is 7 years old and has been scratching her ear for the past few days, complaining of itching. I noticed yellow earwax discharge from her ear, and she has a decreased appetite and fatigue. What treatment methods should be adopted for a child with otitis media where the ear is discharging yellow fluid?
Answer
Currently, the main treatment for pediatric otitis media involves the use of antibiotic medications, with appropriate drug use based on the child’s symptoms proving to be effective. Parents can use regional treatment with anti-inflammatory ear drops and provide pain medication according to the child’s condition. Particularly when the ear is severely painful, these can help alleviate the pain. If accompanied by a high fever, medication should be used based on the symptoms, and in severe cases, immediate medical attention should be sought. If the child develops an eardrum perforation, immediate hospital treatment is required. During treatment, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.