Question
My child is 7 years old and has an itchy, painful ear, with purulent and yellow earwax. Accompanied by headaches and fever, how should we diagnose and treat pediatric otitis media with purulent earwax?
Answer
If a child has otitis media, antibiotic treatment can be used, as well as anti-inflammatory ear drops. For ear pain symptoms, painkillers can be considered to relieve pain. If fever is present, antipyretic medication can be taken. If the high fever persists, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Otitis media may recur, and if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely treatment should be sought. During treatment, it is important to supplement nutrition, maintain a light diet, rest more, and avoid fatigue.