Question
My son is 5 years old, and this week he told me his ear hurts. The earwax is purulent and yellow, and he has a poor appetite and lacks energy. How should a child with otitis media and yellow discharge in the ear be treated?
Answer
Currently, the main treatment for pediatric otitis media in clinical practice is antibiotics, with good effects from the use of symptomatic medication based on symptoms. In terms of regional medication, anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used. If the child mainly exhibits ear pain symptoms, a moderate amount of pain reliever can be used to alleviate the pain. If accompanied by a high fever, a moderate amount of antipyretic medication can be used. If the condition is severe, medical treatment should be sought as soon as possible. Otitis media has the characteristic of recurrent attacks, and timely treatment is required if there is a perforation of the eardrum. It is recommended that parents pay attention to this disease, seek medical treatment early, and pay attention to relevant preventive and health care work in daily life.