Question

Dear readers, our little girl, aged 5, has recently been experiencing ear pain, yellow and thick earwax, loss of appetite, and fatigue. How should we diagnose and treat acute otitis media with yellow discharge in children?

Answer

Based on the child’s symptoms, appropriate anti-inflammatory medication should be administered during treatment, along with regional anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain is severe, some painkillers may be considered; if accompanied by fever, antipyretic medication can be taken. In case of severe conditions, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to the common treatment methods, for cases with tympanic membrane perforation, timely surgical treatment is required. At the same time, attention should be paid to arranging a light diet and enhancing nutritional supplementation to aid in a quicker recovery.