Question
A 5-year-old boy, this week, told me his ear was a bit painful. I noticed yellow earwax coming out. At the same time, his appetite is not good and his throat is uncomfortable. How should one treat ear pain in children with middle ear infection?
Answer
If a child has a middle ear infection, it is first advisable to use symptomatic antibiotic medications and also conduct some regional treatments, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. Depending on the child’s condition, painkillers can also be administered, especially when the ear pain is severe, which can help alleviate the pain. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be given to the child. If the above methods do not relieve the symptoms, it is imperative to seek medical attention. Additionally, if an eardrum perforation occurs, timely surgical treatment is required. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.