Question
A 9-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been experiencing ear pain, yellowish earwax, headache, and fever recently. How should one treat a child with otitis media with yellow effusion?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance to treat their child and alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Regional treatment can be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s ear pain is severe, painkillers can be administered as needed. Fever-reducing medication can be considered if there is a high fever. In case of severe conditions, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. Otitis media is prone to recurrence, and if there is a tympanic membrane perforation, immediate medical attention should be sought. Parents should take precautions to help prevent the recurrence of otitis media.