Question
Dear parents, our son is just over 4 years old. Lately, he has been scratching his ears and complaining of itching. In the morning, there is a lot of yellow earwax, and he also has a low-grade fever. How should we treat a child’s ear infection with yellow fluid in the ear?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under the guidance of a doctor for their child to relieve inflammatory symptoms. Additionally, regional treatments can be administered, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops for the child. If the child experiences severe ear pain, painkillers may be recommended based on the situation. If the child has a particularly severe fever, some antipyretics should be used in moderation. In severe cases, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the patient develops severe symptoms such as perforation of the eardrum, immediate hospital surgery is required. At the same time, attention should also be paid to arranging reasonable dietary and rest habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.