Question
A 5-year-old boy has recently been experiencing ear pain and yellowish earwax discharge, accompanied by a low-grade fever. How should otitis media with yellow effusion in children be treated?
Answer
The current treatment for pediatric otitis media primarily involves antibiotics, using symptomatic medication according to the symptoms, and regional use of anti-inflammatory ear drops is quite effective. If the ear pain is severe, painkillers can be administered in appropriate amounts. If there is a high fever, medication should be used based on the symptoms, and in severe cases, medical attention should be sought promptly. These are common treatment methods. If symptoms of tympanic membrane perforation occur, timely surgical treatment is required. At the same time, reasonable diet and lifestyle habits should be maintained to aid in the early recovery from the disease.