Question
A 9-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been experiencing ear pain recently. He noticed that his earwax is a bit thick and yellow, and there’s a buzzing sound in his ear. Additionally, he has a slight fever. How should one treat yellow earwax in children with middle ear infection?
Answer
If a child has a middle ear infection, it’s advisable to first consider using antibiotic medication for treatment. Ear secretion bacteria culture can also be performed, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used based on the results of the examination. If the main symptom is ear pain, painkillers can be considered. If fever is present, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it’s important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Middle ear infections have a tendency to recur, and if there’s a perforation of the eardrum, timely treatment is necessary. During the treatment period, it’s recommended to consume mainly liquid food.