Question
A two-year-old boy has been tugging at his ears, complaining of itching, and this morning, the earwax is a bit thick and yellow. He also seems to have little appetite and is quite weak. How should one treat otitis media in children with yellow ear discharge?
Answer
Treatment should be based on the child’s symptoms, providing symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the main symptom is ear pain, painkillers can be considered; for fever symptoms, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum occur, immediate hospital treatment and surgery may be required. It is recommended that parents take this disease seriously, seek medical treatment for their child early on, and also pay attention to relevant preventive and health care measures in their daily lives.