Question
My 9-year-old son has been constantly tugging at his ear, saying it itches, and he has a lot of yellow earwax. He also has headaches and a fever. How should I treat his itchy ears in a case of pediatric middle ear infection?
Answer
Antibiotics are commonly used to treat pediatric middle ear infections and should be used in appropriate doses. You can choose to use regional anti-inflammatory ear drops for treatment. If the child has severe pain and symptoms like purulent discharge, it is recommended to use painkillers to relieve the symptoms. If there are feverish symptoms, you can take antipyretics. If the condition is severe, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If the child has a perforated eardrum, timely medical treatment and surgery should be sought. Also, pay attention to reasonable arrangement the child’s diet and rest habits to help them recover sooner.