Question
Dear Baby, currently 9 years old, this week, the child told me that their ear was a bit painful. I noticed that there is yellow earwax discharge, and they also have a lack of appetite and an uncomfortable throat. Please ask: How should I treat a child’s otitis media with yellow discharge?
Answer
Firstly, parents can give the child some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication to treat pediatric otitis media. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be carried out using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain is severe, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. If the child is accompanied by a high fever, then antipyretic medication should be used as needed. In severe cases, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. The above are more common treatment methods, but if the child shows symptoms of tympanic membrane perforation, timely hospital treatment and surgery are required. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid catching a cold to exacerbate the symptoms.