Question
My daughter is 8 years old, and she has been saying her ear hurts recently. The earwax is a bit thick and yellow, and there’s a buzzing sound in her ear. She also has a slight fever. How should I treat her pediatric otitis media with purulent earwax?
Answer
Generally speaking, children with otitis media can be treated with symptomatic antibiotics, which are quite effective. At the same time, regional treatments can be administered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child mainly exhibits ear pain, it is recommended to give appropriate pain relievers to alleviate the symptoms. If accompanied by a high fever, medication should be used according to the child’s condition. In severe cases, please seek medical treatment at a hospital as soon as possible. In case of severe symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum, immediate hospital surgery is required. Parents should also pay attention to protecting their children properly to prevent otitis media from recurring.