Question
My 4-year-old son has been scratching his ears and complaining of itching for the past few days. This morning, he occasionally had yellow fluid coming out of his ears. He also has a lack of appetite and a sore throat. How should I treat his ear infection with yellow earwax?
Answer
When treating such conditions, you can give your child some antibiotics that are appropriate for the symptoms. Parents can administer topical anti-inflammatory ear drops for regional treatment. If the child’s ear pain and yellow fluid discharge are severe, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate the symptoms. If the child is also experiencing a fever, parents can give him some fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If there is a perforation of the eardrum, parents may consider surgical treatment for their child. During treatment, it is also important to arrange a light diet for the child and enhance nutritional supplementation to help him recover as soon as possible.