Question
A 12-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been constantly tugging at his ear, saying it itches and yellowish earwax is oozing out. He has poor appetite and a sore throat. How should otitis media with purulent earwax in children be treated?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, the first-line treatment is symptomatic antibiotic medication. In severe cases, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used. For children with obvious ear pain, painkillers can be administered. If the child has a fever, fever-reducing medication should be given or immediate medical attention should be sought. These are the currently more common treatment methods for otitis media. If an eardrum perforation occurs, timely surgical treatment is required. At the same time, attention should be paid to arranging a child’s reasonable diet and sleep habits to help the disease recover sooner.