Newborns with yellow crusty material on the outer contour of the ear may be caused by eczema, inflammation of the external ear canal, otitis media perforation of the tympanic membrane, etc., which can usually be treated with the help of medication, surgical treatment, and general therapy.
If the yellow crust in the auricle is caused by eczema, usually accompanied by fluid exudation, skin redness, swelling and itching, scratching the ears and cheeks, etc., can be used to boric acid lotion wet compresses, and at the same time, the external application of glucocorticosteroid medication, such as hydrocortisone cream, etc., usually need to pay attention to avoid seafood and hair and other allergy-prone food.
If it is caused by inflammation of the external ear canal, the ear will flow yellow fluid, and local swelling, may be due to the ear canal into the water, you can go to the hospital to do the rinsing of the external ear canal, or under the guidance of the doctor to use antibiotic ear drops, such as chloramphenicol ear drops, etc.; if the yellow scab is larger and harder, it is recommended to go to the hospital by the doctor to remove.
If it is caused by otitis media perforation of the eardrum, you can use a cotton swab dipped in saline to gently wipe, and then go to the hospital for further treatment, such as surgical treatment.
Newborns with yellow crusted ears need to go to the hospital in time, cooperate with the doctor’s examination, to clarify the cause of the disease, symptomatic treatment. The above medication should be used in accordance with medical advice.