Question

Dear team, my son is just over 2 years old. This week, he told me his ear was a bit painful. In the morning, the earwax was a bit thick and yellow, and he also had a headache and fever. How should we treat a child’s otitis media with yellow discharge?

Answer

For better treatment of otitis media, it is advisable to select some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medications under the guidance of a doctor. Besides systemic medication, regional treatment can also be carried out using anti-inflammatory ear drops. In cases of ear pain, painkillers can be administered to the child. Additionally, if fever is present, some antipyretic medication can be taken. In case of high fever, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the child has a perforated eardrum, it is suggested to go to the hospital for surgical treatment promptly. Lastly, parents should pay attention to this disease and take their child for treatment as soon as possible. In daily life, it is also important to do well in relevant prevention and health care work.