Question
A 3-year-old girl, just started kindergarten, this week, the child said her ears were itchy and painful. In the morning, she found that the earwax was purulent and a bit yellow, and her appetite was also poor, and her throat was uncomfortable. How should one treat a child with middle ear inflammation who has difficulty hearing?
Answer
When treating such diseases, you can give the child some symptomatic antibiotic medications, or use regional medication, such as applying an anti-inflammatory ear drop to the baby. In cases of ear pain, you can also give the child painkillers. If the child has a fever, they can take antipyretic medications. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. These methods are currently commonly used in the treatment of middle ear inflammation. Additionally, if there is a situation of eardrum perforation, timely surgical treatment is required. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to arranging a reasonable diet and rest habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.