Question
Dear Baby, she’s just 1 year old. Lately, her ears have been a bit painful, with yellow earwax discharge in the morning, buzzing in her ears, and a slight fever. How should one treat a child’s middle ear infection with yellow earwax?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions and give the child some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. You can also complement this with some local treatments, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the ear pain is severe, you may consider giving some painkillers. If the child has a fever, you can administer some antipyretics. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If your child has a perforated eardrum, it is necessary to go to the hospital for timely surgical treatment. During the treatment, it is also important to ensure that the child has a light diet and to enhance nutritional supplementation to aid in an early recovery.