Question
An 8-year-old boy has been complaining of itchy and painful ears this week. In the morning, he had yellow earwax discharge, along with headaches and fever. How should a child’s earache due to middle ear infection be treated?
Answer
If a child has a middle ear infection, it is first advisable to use symptomatic antibiotic medication, and can also be supplemented with regional treatment methods, such as using anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the symptoms are primarily ear pain, consider administering painkillers. If the child has a high fever, then antipyretic medication should be used appropriately. In severe cases, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. Middle ear infections are characterized by recurrent episodes, and if there is a perforation in the eardrum, immediate medical treatment is required. At the same time, it is also important to arrange for a child’s reasonable diet and lifestyle habits to help the disease recover as soon as possible.