Question
My 7-year-old son has been feeling itchy and painful in his ear for the past few days, and I’ve noticed that there’s a lot of yellow earwax. The child seems to have lost his appetite and looks weak. How should I treat his otitis media with purulent discharge?
Answer
To effectively treat otitis media, you can choose some anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance, or opt for regional drug application, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. Depending on the child’s condition, you can also administer pain relief medication, especially when the ear pain is severe, which can help alleviate the pain. If the child has a fever, you can give him fever-reducing medication or take him to the hospital immediately. These are common treatment methods. However, if the child shows symptoms of tympanic membrane perforation, it is necessary to seek immediate hospital treatment. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence of the disease.