Question
My son is 8 years old. This week, he has been complaining of an itchy and painful ear. In the morning, there was some thick, yellowish earwax, and he also seems to have little appetite and feels weak. How should children with middle ear infection and earache be treated?
Answer
To effectively treat middle ear infection, it is advisable to choose some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance. While taking medication, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can also be administered. If the child’s primary symptom is ear pain, parents can consider giving some painkillers to relieve the discomfort. If the child also has a fever, some antipyretic medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to medication treatments, if the child’s condition is severe and there is a perforation in the eardrum, hospital surgery may be required. Lastly, parents should pay close attention to this condition and bring their child for treatment as soon as possible. It is also important to do well in related preventive and health care work in everyday life.