Question
Dear Baby, she is only 7 years old, and has been tugging at her ear and saying it itches for the past few days. There is yellow earwax discharge, accompanied by headaches and fever. How should a child with yellow discharge from otitis media be treated?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric otitis media, it is recommended to give the child antibiotics, as this method is more effective for symptomatic treatment. You can also perform a bacterial culture of ear secretions based on the examination results and use anti-inflammatory ear drops. For children with prominent ear pain symptoms, analgesics can be used. Additionally, if there is a fever, antipyretic medication can also be taken. It is advised to seek medical attention early for high fever, and timely surgical treatment is required if there are severe symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum. During the treatment period, it is recommended to maintain a light diet, focusing on liquid foods.