Question
A 3-year-old girl, just started kindergarten, has been complaining of ear pain recently. Upon inspection, yellow earwax has been noticed flowing out, along with decreased appetite and discomfort in the throat. How should otitis media with yellow discharge in children be treated?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions and give the child some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. An ear secretion bacteria culture can be performed to use anti-inflammatory ear drops based on the examination results. If the child’s ear pain is severe, some painkillers can also be used appropriately. If the child has a fever, parents can give the child some fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. These methods are currently commonly used in the treatment of otitis media. In addition, if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment is required. Parents should also pay attention to protecting their children properly to prevent a recurrence of otitis media.