Question
My son is 4 years old. In recent days, he has been complaining that his ears are itchy and painful. Additionally, I noticed that the earwax is purulent,slightly yellow, and there is a buzzing sound in his ears. He also has a low fever. How should I treat his middle ear inflammation and earache?
Answer
Antibiotic medications are commonly used for treating middle ear inflammation and can be selected appropriately. Regional drug treatment can be considered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for medical treatment. If the symptoms are mainly ear pain, painkillers can be considered. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be given to the child. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is necessary to seek medical attention. These methods are currently commonly used for treating middle ear inflammation. In addition, if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment is required. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest time.