Question
My daughter is 3 years old. Lately, she has been constantly tugging at her ear and complaining of itching. I noticed that there is yellow earwax coming out, and she also doesn’t have much appetite and her throat feels uncomfortable. How should I treat my child’s earache and tonsillitis?
Answer
You can appropriately use some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be carried out by using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended that parents appropriately administer pain relievers to alleviate the pain. If there is a fever, you can give fever-reducing medicine or take the child to the hospital immediately. If the child develops an eardrum perforation, timely medical treatment and surgery should be sought. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate nutrition, maintain a light diet, and get plenty of rest to avoid fatigue.