Question
A 4-year-old boy has been complaining of itchy and painful ears lately. This morning, his earwax was found to be purulent and slightly yellow, with a buzzing sound in his ear and a slight fever. How should a child’s ear infection with yellow discharge be treated?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications are the current methods and drugs used in clinical treatment for pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose symptomatic treatments, which may include regional drug therapy, selecting anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the symptoms are mainly ear pain, consider administering painkillers. In cases accompanied by high fever, use medication based on the child’s symptoms. In severe cases, seek immediate medical treatment. If there is a risk of tympanic membrane perforation, parents may consider surgical treatment for the child. Parents should also pay attention to protecting their child to prevent recurrence of otitis media.