Question
Dear Baby, she’s only 6 years old. This week, the child told me that their ear was a bit painful. I noticed that the earwax was a bit thick and yellow, and there was a buzzing sound in the ear. Additionally, the child had a slight fever. How should I treat the child’s otitis media with yellow discharge from the ear effectively?
Answer
Generally speaking, for pediatric otitis media, it is effective to give the child some symptomatic antibiotics. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments can also be combined, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, it is recommended to use some painkillers to relieve symptoms. If the child has a high fever, then appropriate antipyretics should be used. In severe cases, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the child has a perforated eardrum, it is recommended to go to the hospital for surgery promptly. Parents should also pay attention to protecting their children well in daily life to prevent recurrent otitis media.