Question
My son is 5 years old and has been scratching his ear and complaining of itching this week. I noticed that there is occasionally yellow fluid coming out, accompanied by a low-grade fever. How should I treat my child’s ear infection with drainage?
Answer
The treatment for a child’s ear infection with drainage first involves giving the child some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. At the same time, parents can administer regional treatment with anti-inflammatory ear drops. If the child experiences severe pain and yellow fluid discharge, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate symptoms. If the child also has a high fever, appropriate fever-reducing medication can be administered. However, if the high fever persists, it is imperative to seek medical attention promptly. Otitis media is a recurrent condition, and if there is a perforation of the eardrum, immediate medical treatment is required. Additionally, it is important to pay attention to the child’s diet and sleep habits to help the disease recover as soon as possible.