Question
My son is 6 years old and has been saying that his ear hurts recently. Occasionally, there is yellow fluid coming out, and he hears a buzzing sound in his ear, along with a low-grade fever. How should we treat a child’s middle ear infection and ringing?
Answer
It is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions to administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child and consider using ear drops for localized treatment. If the main symptom is ear pain, painkillers can be considered; for fever symptoms, antipyretic medication can be taken; if symptoms are severe, medical attention should be sought immediately. In case of serious conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is essential. Parents should take precautions to protect their child and prevent a recurrence of middle ear infection.