Question
My son is 9 years old. Lately, he has been experiencing some pain in his ear, and occasionally, there’s a yellowish fluid discharge in the morning. He also has a low-grade fever. How should I treat my child’s ear infection with earwax and purulent discharge?
Answer
Treatment should be based on the child’s symptoms and include symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments can be combined, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. For children with prominent earache symptoms, pain-relieving medications can be administered. If the child has a fever, parents can give the child fever-reducing medication or take them to the hospital immediately. Middle ear infections are characterized by recurrent episodes. If there is a perforation of the eardrum, it is necessary to seek medical treatment promptly. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. It is also important to ensure that the child gets plenty of rest and avoids fatigue.