Question
My son is 1 year old, and recently he has been experiencing itching and pain in his ear. The earwax is thicker and yellowish, and there’s a buzzing sound and a slight fever. How should I treat the yellow discharge in a child with an ear infection?
Answer
For treating a child’s ear infection with symptoms like pain and yellow discharge, regional anti-inflammatory medications such as ear drops can be used. If the child’s ear pain and yellow discharge are severe, consider using painkillers to relieve symptoms. If there is a high fever, use antipyretics in appropriate amounts. If symptoms are severe, seek medical attention promptly. In cases of serious conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, hospital surgery may be required. Parents should also take precautions to prevent recurrence of the ear infection.