Question
A 13-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been scratching his ear and saying it itches for the past few days. Additionally, the earwax is a bit thick and yellowish, and he also has a low-grade fever. How should yellow earwax in pediatric otitis media be treated?
Answer
Generally speaking, for pediatric otitis media, it is effective to give the child some symptomatic antibiotics. Besides systemic medication, regional treatment can also be carried out using anti-inflammatory ear drops for medical treatment. If the child’s ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, it is recommended to use some painkillers to relieve symptoms. If accompanied by a high fever, the medication should be adjusted according to the child’s condition. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical treatment at a hospital as soon as possible. Otitis media has the characteristic of recurrent attacks. If there is a perforation of the eardrum, it needs to be treated promptly. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid catching a cold to exacerbate symptoms.