Question
The boy is 9 years old. This week, his ear has been a bit painful, along with yellow earwax discharge. He also has a headache and fever. How should otitis media with yellow discharge in children be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
For effective treatment of otitis media, it is recommended to select some anti-inflammatory medications under the guidance of a doctor and perform regional drug therapy, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. If the child’s ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, painkillers should be used to alleviate symptoms. If the child has a high fever, antipyretics can be used appropriately; however, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. If the child develops a perforation in the eardrum, immediate hospital surgery is required. Finally, parents are advised to take this disease seriously, bring their child to the doctor for treatment as soon as possible, and also pay attention to doing related preventive and health care work in daily life.