Question
Dear readers, our 8-year-old daughter recently complained of ear pain, occasionally discharged yellow fluid in the morning, along with tinnitus and low-grade fever. How should one treat a child’s otitis media with earwax and purulent discharge?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose the appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs under the guidance of a doctor to treat their child, in order to alleviate inflammatory symptoms, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s ear pain is severe, painkillers can be administered as needed. If fever is present, antipyretic medication can be taken. In case of serious illness, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Children with frequent acute attacks or those who have already had tympanic membrane perforation should receive timely surgical treatment. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to dietary hygiene and adequate rest.