Question
My son is 3 years old. Lately, he has been complaining of ear pain, and I’ve noticed that there is a lot of yellow earwax. He also seems to have little appetite and is rather weak. How should I treat ear itching and middle ear infection in children?
Answer
Antibiotic medications are commonly used for treating middle ear infections and can be selected as appropriate. You can perform a bacterial culture of the ear secretions and use anti-inflammatory ear drops based on the test results. If the pain is severe, some painkillers may be administered. If the child has a fever, parents can give the child fever-reducing medication or take them to the hospital immediately. If your child has a perforated eardrum, it is necessary to go to the hospital for timely surgical treatment. At the same time, also pay attention to arranging a reasonable diet and sleep habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.