Question
A six-year-old boy recently developed symptoms such as pulling at his ear, yellow, thick earwax, loss of appetite, and discomfort in the throat. How should otitis media with yellow discharge in children be treated?
Answer
When treating pediatric otitis media, symptomatic medication can be used according to the symptoms, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If there is ear pain, appropriate painkillers can be administered. If accompanied by fever, fever-reducing medication can be taken. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought promptly, especially if there is a perforated eardrum, and medical assistance should be sought. It is also important to maintain clean eating habits and adequate rest.