Question
How should I treat my child’s ear infection and itchy ear? My daughter is 8 years old and has had some pain in her ear for the past few days. This morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax, accompanied by headaches and fever.
Answer
When treating such conditions, you can give your child symptomatic antibiotic medications, apply topical anti-inflammatory ear drops in the affected area, use painkillers for ear pain, and take fever-reducing medications if there is a fever. It is recommended to seek medical attention early if there is a high fever, and if severe symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum occur, timely medical treatment and surgery should be sought. After the condition improves, it is suggested that the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.