Question
My child is a 3-year-old boy. This week, he told me his ear was a bit painful, and there was a lot of yellow earwax. He also had a headache and fever. How should I diagnose and treat pediatric otitis media with yellow earwax?
Answer
You can appropriately use some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications. While taking the medication, you can also perform some regional treatments, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. You can also give your child painkillers for ear pain. If there is a fever, it is recommended to use fever-reducing medicine. If the condition is severe, seek medical attention as soon as possible. Otitis media has a recurrent feature; if there is a tympanic membrane perforation, timely treatment is required. During the treatment period, please pay attention to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.