Question
My son is 7 years old. He has been experiencing ear pain for the past few days. Examination shows that the earwax is purulent and yellowish, and he has poor appetite and looks very weak. How should the yellow ear drainage caused by pediatric otitis media be treated?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications are common methods and drugs used in the clinical treatment of pediatric otitis media. Parents can choose appropriate medications based on the symptoms. They can also complement regional treatment methods, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child has severe ear pain, they can be given a moderate amount of painkillers to relieve discomfort. If the child has a fever, parents should immediately administer fever-reducing medication or take their child to the hospital as soon as possible. In cases of multiple acute severe attacks or tympanic membrane perforation, timely surgical treatment should be performed. After the condition improves, it is recommended to have the child engage in moderate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence of the disease.