Question
My son is 2 years old, and in the past few days, he has told me that his ear hurts a bit. In the morning, there was yellow earwax discharge, and he also seems to have little appetite and is quite tired. How should I treat my child’s earache and itchy ears effectively?
Answer
Treatment for pediatric otitis media can involve symptomatic medication based on the child’s symptoms. If the symptoms are severe, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used. If ear pain is the primary concern, painkillers can be considered. If the child has a high fever, a reasonable amount of fever-reducing medicine can be administered, but if the fever persists, medical attention must be sought promptly. If there are repeated acute severe episodes or if there is a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be considered. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.