Question
Dear readers, my daughter is currently 4 years old. Lately, she has been complaining of ear pain, and I’ve noticed that the earwax is a bit thick and yellow. Additionally, she has a buzzing sound in her ear and a slight fever. How should I treat her ear infection if there is yellow fluid in her ear?
Answer
If a child has an ear infection, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be used. Besides systemic medication, regional treatment can also be performed, using anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. If the child’s ear pain is severe, it is recommended to give some painkillers based on the situation. If the child has a fever, parents can give their child some fever-reducing medication or take them to the hospital immediately. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child’s condition is serious and there is a perforation of the eardrum, hospital surgery may be required. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.