Question
A 3-year-old boy has been complaining of ear pain this week. This morning, I noticed that his earwax is purulent and a bit yellow, and his ears are buzzing. He also has a slight fever. How can I effectively treat his otitis media with yellow discharge?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions and give the child some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. Additionally, regional treatment can be performed, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the pain is severe, some painkillers can be administered appropriately. If the child has a fever, parents can give the child fever-reducing medication or take them to the hospital immediately. If severe symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum occur, it is necessary to go to the hospital for surgical treatment promptly. During treatment, it is also important to pay attention to giving the child a light diet, strengthening nutritional supplementation, and helping them recover as soon as possible.