Question
A 11-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been experiencing ear pain for the past few days. He has noticed yellow earwax coming out, accompanied by headaches and fever. How should otitis media with yellow fluid in the ear be diagnosed and treated in children?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media, antibiotics are primarily used. Symptomatic medications can be used according to the child’s symptoms, which have shown good results. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be carried out using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s ear pain is severe, it is recommended to administer painkillers as needed. If the child has a fever, parents can give the child antipyretic medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. In addition to these drug treatment methods, if the child develops serious conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.