Question
My child is a 7-year-old boy. Lately, he has been complaining of ear pain, and I’ve noticed that the earwax is purulent and slightly yellow. Additionally, he has a low-grade fever. How should I treat my child’s ear pain due to middle ear infection?
Answer
To effectively treat middle ear infection, one can choose medications with anti-inflammatory properties under a doctor’s guidance, perform targeted treatment, and use anti-inflammatory ear drops for healing. If the ear pain is severe, painkillers may be appropriate. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be given. If the condition worsens and the eardrum perforates, hospital treatment and surgery may be necessary. In addition to medication, it’s important to maintain a light diet and consume mainly liquid foods during treatment.