Question
A 7-year-old boy has been complaining of an itchy and painful ear for the past few days. There is yellow earwax coming out, and he hears a buzzing sound in his ear. He also has a slight fever. How should one treat a child’s earache and tonsillitis?
Answer
The treatment should be tailored to the child’s symptoms, providing symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication, and can be supplemented with local treatment methods, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the pain is severe, some painkillers can be administered appropriately. If accompanied by fever, parents can give fever-reducing medicine. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought promptly. In addition to medication, if there is a perforation in the eardrum, surgical treatment may be necessary. At the same time, attention should be paid to a light diet and increased nutritional supplementation to aid in early recovery.