Question
A 13-year-old boy, in elementary school. This week, the child told me that his ear was painful, the earwax was thick and yellow, there was a buzzing sound in his ear, and he also had a slight fever. How should a child with an ear infection and yellow discharge be treated?
Answer
Treatment should involve symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms, and regional use of anti-inflammatory ear drops may be considered. If the ear pain is severe, painkillers can be given; if there is a high fever, a suitable amount of fever-reducing medication can be used. If the fever persists, please seek medical attention promptly. In case of severe symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment and surgical intervention should be sought. Maintain a light diet in daily meals, and consume liquid foods during treatment.