Question
How should I effectively treat my child’s ear infection and ringing? My daughter is 3 years old and just started kindergarten. This week, she told me her ear was a bit painful, with yellowish earwax coming out. At the same time, she seems to have little appetite and is quite tired.
Answer
Antibiotic medications are one of the more commonly used methods for treating ear infections. Consider using regional anti-inflammatory ear drops, and if the main symptom is ear pain, painkillers can be considered. If there are fever symptoms, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention early and pay attention to whether there is a perforation of the eardrum, which may require timely surgical treatment. Parents should also pay attention to providing good protection to prevent recurrence of otitis media.