Question
A 4-year-old boy has been scratching his ear and saying it itches recently. Additionally, you’ve noticed that the earwax is purulent and yellow, accompanied by headaches and fever. How should one effectively treat a child’s middle ear infection causing ear pain?
Answer
The primary treatment for a child’s middle ear infection involves administering symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication, along with local treatments such as ear drops. If the child’s main symptom is ear pain, it is recommended to use painkillers in appropriate doses. If fever is present, fever-reducing medication can be taken. In severe cases, medical attention should be sought promptly, and timely treatment may require surgery to address perforated eardrums. Parents should also take precautions to prevent a recurrence of the middle ear infection.