Question
Dear parents, my daughter is currently 2 years old. She has been tugging her ear and saying it’s itchy for the past few days. Occasionally, there is also yellow fluid discharge, accompanied by a low-grade fever. How should a child’s ear infection and itchy ear be effectively treated?
Answer
Treatment should be provided with symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. Parents can use anti-inflammatory ear drops for localized treatment. If the ear pain and yellow fluid discharge are severe, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate symptoms. If fever is present, fever-reducing medication can be taken. In case of high fever, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If severe conditions such as perforation of the eardrum occur, timely medical treatment and surgery should be sought. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to maintaining good hygiene in diet and sufficient rest.