Question
How should I treat a 2-year-old girl’s otitis media with yellow discharge effectively? She says her ear hurts, and in the morning, there’s a lot of very yellow earwax, accompanied by headache and fever. How should I treat her?
Answer
For treatment, it is recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions to administer symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication to the child. Regional treatment can also be carried out using anti-inflammatory ear drops to treat otitis media. Painkillers can be used when the child has ear pain, and if there is a fever, a suitable amount of antipyretic medication can be taken. However, if the fever persists, medical attention must be sought promptly. In addition to medication, if the child develops serious conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, immediate medical attention is required. During the treatment period, a light diet should be maintained, with liquid food being the main choice.