Question
My son is 2 years old. Recently, he has been experiencing ear pain, purulent earwax, low-grade fever, and a buzzing sound in his ears. How should we treat the hearing loss caused by his middle ear infection?
Answer
The current clinical treatment methods for pediatric middle ear infection mainly include antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs, and parents can choose appropriate medications based on the symptoms. In severe cases, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used in conjunction. When the child’s ear pain is severe, painkillers can be used appropriately, and antipyretics can be administered if there is a high fever. If the symptoms are severe, medical treatment should be sought as soon as possible. If there are symptoms of perforated eardrum, timely medical treatment and surgery are necessary. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and rest habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.