Question
My son is 9 years old. In recent days, he has been saying that his ear itches and hurts. This morning, there was a lot of yellow earwax, and his ear was buzzing. He also has a slight fever. How should I treat his earache caused by middle ear inflammation?
Answer
To effectively treat middle ear inflammation, it is recommended to choose some medications with anti-inflammatory properties under a doctor’s guidance. Besides systemic medication, regional treatment can also be performed, using anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. If the symptoms of ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, it is suggested to use painkillers to alleviate the symptoms. Additionally, if there is a fever, some antipyretic drugs can be taken. In case of high fever, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. For repeated acute severe cases or if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be performed. During treatment, it is also important to pay attention to giving the child a light diet, enhancing nutritional supplementation, and helping them recover as soon as possible.