Question
My son is 2 years old, and in recent days, he has told me that his ear is a bit painful. In the morning, there was yellow earwax discharge, and his ear was buzzing. He also had a slight fever. How should I treat my child’s itchy ear with a middle ear infection?
Answer
When treating this kind of illness, you can give your child some symptomatic antibiotic medications. In addition to systemic medication, you can also perform regional treatment using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If your child’s ear pain and yellow fluid discharge are severe, it is recommended to use painkillers to relieve symptoms. If the child has a high fever, consider using antipyretic medication. In severe cases, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If your child has a perforated eardrum, you need to go to the hospital for timely surgical treatment. During the treatment period, pay attention to giving your child adequate nutrition, and the diet should be light. Also, make sure your child gets enough rest and avoids fatigue.