Question
The 8-year-old boy recently reported some ear pain and discovered that his earwax is purulent and slightly yellow, accompanied by headaches and fever. How should pediatric otitis media with yellow discharge be treated?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric otitis media can involve symptomatic medication based on the child’s symptoms. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be performed, using anti-inflammatory ear drops for medical treatment. If the primary symptom is ear pain, consider giving painkillers. If the child has fever symptoms, they can take antipyretic medications. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. These are some commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child shows symptoms of tympanic membrane perforation, timely hospital surgery is required. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid exacerbating symptoms due to catching a cold.