Question
A 3-year-old boy, in recent days, has been complaining of ear pain. This morning, he was found to have a lot of yellow earwax, and his ears were buzzing. He also has a slight fever. How should a middle ear infection be treated when a child can’t hear clearly?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions and give the child some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. Regional drug treatment can be used, such as using an anti-inflammatory ear drop for treatment. If the pain is severe, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. If the child has fever symptoms, they can take medication with antipyretic effects. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child develops serious conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. During treatment, it is also important to arrange for the child to have a light diet and to enhance nutritional supplementation to help them recover as soon as possible.