Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 3 years old. Recently, the child has said that his ears feel itchy and painful. In the morning, yellow earwax has been flowing out, accompanied by a headache and fever. Please ask: How is it best to treat the earache and fullness in the middle ear?Doctor's answer:
When treating such conditions, children can be given symptomatic antibiotic medications orally, or local medications can be applied. For example, anti-inflammatory ear drops can be used for the child, and if the ear pain is severe, a small amount of pain-relieving medication can also be used. If the child also has a high fever, fever-reducing medication can be taken as needed. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these medication and treatment methods, if the child experiences severe conditions, such as a tympanic membrane perforation, timely treatment is necessary. While undergoing treatment, it is also important to provide the child with a light diet and enhance nutritional supplementation to help them recover as soon as possible.