Question

My 3-year-old daughter just started kindergarten, and this week, she said her ears are itchy and painful. I noticed that sometimes yellow liquid comes out, and she also doesn’t have much appetite and her throat feels uncomfortable. How should we treat yellow earwax in children with middle ear infection?

Answer

Currently, the most commonly used treatments for pediatric middle ear infections in clinical practice include antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications. Parents can choose appropriate medications based on symptoms and may also consider regional treatments, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. When children experience severe ear pain, it is recommended to use painkillers as appropriate. If the child has a fever, parents can give fever-reducing medication or seek immediate medical attention. In addition to medication treatment, if there are severe conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment should be sought. Parents also need to pay attention to protecting their child’s ears and preventing a recurrence of middle ear infection.