Question
A 9-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been experiencing itchy and painful ears recently. He has noticed yellowish earwax coming out and has also reported a lack of appetite and discomfort in his throat. How should pediatric otitis media with yellow effusion be treated?
Answer
When treating such conditions, children can be given symptomatic antibiotic medications. While taking these medications, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be administered. Painkillers can be given based on the child’s condition, especially when the pain is severe, to help alleviate suffering. If accompanied by a high fever, medication should be used according to the child’s symptoms, and in severe cases, immediate hospital treatment is recommended. If a patient develops severe symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum, it is necessary to go to the hospital for surgical treatment promptly. After the condition improves, it is advisable to have the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.