Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 1 year old, and lately, he has been telling me that his ear hurts a bit. Additionally, his earwax is a bit thick and yellowish. Moreover, he seems to have little appetite and is quite weak. How should one diagnose and treat yellow earwax in pediatric otitis media?
Answer
Antibiotic medications are commonly used for the treatment of otitis media and can be selected as appropriate. Additionally, regional treatments can be administered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child, or providing painkillers based on the child’s condition. Especially when the ear pain is severe, painkillers can help alleviate the suffering. If the child is also running a fever, parents can give the child some fever-reducing medications. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if there has been a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be carried out. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.