Question
My daughter is 8 years old. Lately, she has been complaining about ear pain, and occasionally, there has been yellowish fluid draining from her ear in the morning. Additionally, she has a buzzing sound in her ear and a slight fever. How should I treat my child’s itchy ear in case of an ear infection?
Answer
Antibiotics are commonly used for treating ear infections and can be chosen appropriately. If the child’s condition is severe, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be combined. If the primary 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 promptly as ear infections can recur. Parents should also take precautions to protect their children and prevent a recurrence of otitis media.