Question
Recently, my 1-year-old baby has been telling me that his ear hurts and there is yellow earwax coming out. He also has no appetite and feels very tired. How should I treat a child’s itchy ear and middle ear infection?
Answer
Generally, for pediatric middle ear infections, we can take some symptomatic treatment measures. First, you can give the child some antibiotics, which are usually effective. Additionally, we can perform regional treatments, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops to treat the condition. If the child experiences ear pain, painkillers can be administered. If the child has a fever, antipyretics can be used as appropriate. If the situation is severe, it is best to seek medical attention as soon as possible. These are some commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child shows symptoms of tympanic membrane perforation, it is necessary to go to the hospital for surgical treatment promptly. During the treatment period, attention should also be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring the child has enough rest time.