Question
My son is 1 year old. Lately, he has been saying that his ear hurts, and in the morning, the earwax is a bit thick and yellow. He has a poor appetite and a sore throat. How should I handle a child’s middle ear infection with yellow earwax?
Answer
Treatment for pediatric middle ear infection can involve using symptomatic medication based on the child’s symptoms, and regional treatments such as anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used in severe cases. If the child’s main symptom is ear pain, painkillers can be considered. If there are fever symptoms, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible, and if an eardrum perforation occurs, surgical treatment may be required. During treatment, it is important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.