Question
A 4-year-old girl has recently been experiencing ear pain and yellowish earwax discharge. She has also shown a lack of appetite and fatigue. How should otitis media with yellow effusion in the ear be treated in children?
Answer
If a child is diagnosed with otitis media, antibiotic treatment can be initiated first. Topical ear drops can also help alleviate symptoms such as ear pain, and appropriate painkillers can be administered. If fever is present, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If serious conditions such as perforation of the eardrum occur, immediate medical attention and surgical treatment should be sought, and the child should be given ample rest and encouraged to consume more fruits and vegetables.