Question
An 8-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been experiencing itchy and painful ears recently. He noticed that the earwax is a bit thick and yellowish, and there’s a buzzing sound in his ear, along with a slight fever. How should a child with an ear infection and tinnitus be treated?
Answer
Treatment should be based on the child’s symptoms and include symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s ear pain is severe, it is recommended to give some painkillers according to the situation. If the child has a fever, parents can give him some fever-reducing medication. In serious cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child develops severe conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. Pay attention to a light diet during the treatment period, with liquid food as the main choice.