Question
A boy, 3 years old, has been scratching his ear and complaining of itching for the past few days. Occasionally, yellow fluid has been discharged from his ear in the morning, accompanied by a low-grade fever. How should a child’s ear infection and itchy ear be treated?
Answer
Common treatment methods for otitis media include antibiotic medications, topical anti-inflammatory ear drops, appropriate use of pain relievers, and fever reducers if fever symptoms are present. In severe cases, immediate medical attention is required. If there is a perforation in the eardrum, timely surgery is necessary. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain good dietary hygiene and get adequate rest.