Question
A 9-year-old boy, recently reported ear pain, along with occasional discharge of yellow fluid. He also has headaches and fever. How should a child’s middle ear infection with purulent earwax be treated?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric middle ear infections, antibiotics are primarily used. Symptomatic medication can be used according to the child’s symptoms, which is effective. Complementary regional treatment methods can also be considered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for medical treatment. If the symptoms are mainly ear pain, painkillers can be considered. If the child has a fever, antipyretic medication should be used judiciously. In severe cases, immediate medical attention is required. If your child has a problem with tympanic membrane perforation, timely hospital treatment and surgery are needed. During the treatment period, attention should also be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and sufficient rest time.