Question
An 8-year-old boy has been scratching his ear and complaining of itching. This morning, yellow earwax was discharged, along with a lack of appetite and discomfort in the throat. How should a child’s ear infection with earwax and purulent discharge be treated?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it is a case of pediatric otitis media, it is effective to administer some symptomatic antibiotics to the child. Regional medication can also be used, such as applying an anti-inflammatory ear drop for the baby. Depending on the child’s condition, painkillers can also be administered, especially when the pain is severe, which can help alleviate the pain. If the child has a fever, some antipyretic medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child develops serious conditions such as perforation of the eardrum, timely medical treatment is required. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and sleep habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.