Ear Discharge or Drainage

Home Care Advice - Earwax

Earwax

  • Ear wax protects the lining of the ear canal and has germ-killing properties.
  • If the earwax is removed, the ear canals become itchy.
  • Do not use cotton swabs (Q-tips) in your child's ear.
  • Call Your Doctor If: Begins to look like pus (yellow or green discharge)

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