Question
A 9-year-old boy frequently scratches his ears, feels itchy, and has yellow earwax discharge. He also has a headache and fever. What are the effective treatment methods for itchy ears in children with middle ear infection?
Answer
Currently, the main treatment for pediatric middle ear infection in clinical practice involves antibiotic medications, which can be selected based on the symptoms. Regional drug treatment also shows good effects, and anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used. If the child’s main symptom is ear pain, appropriate pain relievers can be administered to alleviate the symptoms. If there is a high fever, medication should be used according to the symptoms. In severe cases, immediate medical treatment should be sought. Middle ear infection has a recurrent characteristic, and timely treatment is required if there is a perforation of the eardrum. During the treatment period, pay attention to giving light diet, increasing nutrition, which will help in early recovery.