Question
My daughter is 9 years old, and this week she said her ear hurt, and occasionally yellow fluid would come out. She seems to have lost her appetite and looks very tired. How should yellow discharge from a child’s ear due to otitis media be treated?
Answer
Yellow discharge from a child’s ear due to otitis media can be treated with antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs. Consider using topical anti-inflammatory ear drops, and if the child primarily experiences ear pain, administer a moderate dose of pain relievers to alleviate the pain. If the child also has a high fever, consider giving fever-reducing medication. If symptoms persist, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. In severe cases where there is a perforation in the eardrum, surgery may be required. Parents should pay attention to their child’s ear protection to prevent recurrence of otitis media.