Question
My daughter is 9 years old. Lately, she has been complaining that her ears are itchy and painful. I noticed that the earwax is purulent and yellowish, and she seems to have little appetite and is quite weak. How should one treat a child’s middle ear infection effectively when they can’t hear clearly?
Answer
If a child has middle ear infection, it is first recommended to use symptomatic antibiotic medication. Regional drug treatment can be considered, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be chosen for children with obvious ear pain symptoms. For those with accompanying fever, parents can administer fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are repeated acute severe episodes or if there has been a perforation of the eardrum, timely surgical treatment should be conducted. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.