Question
My son is 5 years old and has recently been experiencing ear pain. I’ve noticed a lot of yellow earwax and he has a slight fever. How should we treat yellow discharge from the ear in pediatric otitis media?
Answer
For otitis media, symptomatic medications can be used, such as regional anti-inflammatory drugs or anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has ear pain, a moderate amount of painkillers can be administered. If there is a fever, fever-reducing medication can be used, or immediate medical attention should be sought. These methods are currently common treatments for otitis media. In case of a perforated eardrum, timely surgical treatment is required, and appropriate dietary and lifestyle habits should be arranged to help the child recover quickly.