Question
Dear parents, my little girl is just 4 years old. This week, she told me her ear hurts a bit, and in the morning, there’s sometimes a yellowish liquid coming out. Her ears also buzz, and she has a slight fever. How should I treat her itchy ears caused by middle ear infection effectively?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs under a doctor’s guidance for their child to relieve inflammation symptoms. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be performed using anti-inflammatory ear drops. For children with pronounced earache symptoms, pain-relieving medication can be administered. If the child has a fever, parents can give them fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to these treatment methods, if the child’s condition is severe and there is an eardrum perforation, hospital surgery may be required. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.