Question
My child is a 4-year-old boy. This week, he said his ear hurts, and in the morning, there was yellow earwax discharged. He also has a headache and fever. How should I treat my child’s earache and itchy ears?
Answer
You can use some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs. You can also perform a bacterial culture of the ear secretions and use anti-inflammatory ear drops based on the test results. If the symptoms of ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, it is recommended to use some painkillers to relieve the symptoms. If there is also a fever, you can take some antipyretic drugs. If the child develops a perforated eardrum, it is recommended to go to the hospital for surgery as soon as possible. During the treatment, pay attention to giving your child more nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light foods. Also, make sure your child gets enough rest and avoids fatigue.