Question
A 6-year-old boy has been constantly tugging at his ear for a week, discovering that the earwax is purulent and yellow, with reduced appetite and discomfort in the throat. How should one treat yellow discharge in children’s otitis media?
Answer
In treating such conditions, it is advisable to give the child symptomatic antibiotic medications, and also complement this with regional treatments, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child experiences severe ear pain, it is recommended to administer painkillers based on the situation. If the child also has a fever, they can take antipyretic medications. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or if there has been a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be conducted. At the same time, it is also important to arrange for a reasonable diet and sleeping habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.