Question
My son is 3 years old and has recently been experiencing some ear pain. I noticed that there is a lot of yellow earwax. He also has a headache and a fever. How should we treat the ear pain in children with middle ear inflammation?
Answer
The treatment method should be based on the child’s symptoms and include symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. Choose an antibacterial ear drop for local treatment. If the ear pain is severe, painkillers can be used appropriately. If there is a fever, parents should administer fever-reducing medication or seek immediate medical attention. If there is a perforation in the eardrum, consider surgical treatment, during which the child should get plenty of rest and increase the intake of vegetables and fruits.