Question
My child is an 8-year-old boy. Over the past few days, he has been complaining of ear pain, and this morning, I found that the earwax is purulent and slightly yellow. He also has a low-grade fever. How should I treat my child’s otitis media with yellow discharge effectively?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance for their child to alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Regional drug treatment can be considered, and you can opt for anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s ear pain is severe, it is suggested to administer painkillers as necessary. If accompanied by a high fever, medication should be used based on the child’s symptoms. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical treatment at the hospital as soon as possible. Otitis media has the characteristic of recurrent attacks. If there is a situation of tympanic membrane perforation, it is necessary to receive timely medical treatment. During treatment, it is also important to arrange for a light diet for the child, strengthen nutritional supplementation, and help with an early recovery.