Question

Dear Parent, my 3-year-old son has been complaining of itchy and painful ears lately. Additionally, there is occasional discharge of yellow fluid, and the ears have a buzzing sound. He also has a slight fever. How should we treat ear pain caused by middle ear infection in children?

Answer

Generally speaking, if it’s a case of pediatric middle ear infection, it’s effective to give the child some symptomatic antibiotics. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments can be combined, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child’s ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, it is recommended to use some painkillers to alleviate symptoms. If the child also has a high fever, some antipyretic medication can be taken as appropriate. However, if the fever persists, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. In cases of repeated acute severity or perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be performed. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid exacerbating symptoms by catching a cold.