Question
My son is 2 years old. This week, he said his ears hurt, and this morning, I found the earwax to be purulent and a bit yellow. Additionally, his ears were buzzing, and he had a slight fever. How should yellow earwax in children with middle ear infection be treated?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance for their child to alleviate inflammation symptoms. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be combined. If the main symptom is ear pain, painkillers can be considered. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If symptoms cannot be relieved, it is necessary to seek medical attention. If the child develops a perforated eardrum, timely hospital surgery is required. After the condition improves, it is suggested to have the child engage in moderate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.