I came down with a cold/laryngitis on june 3rd and it came with a middle ear infection. i ahve been to 3 doctors; was on antibiotic for 10 days and there was improvement but not a complete cure. i continued to have fluid build up in my ear, crackling noic

You need to s: see a BOARD CERTIFIED EAR NOSE AND THROAT PHYSICIAN who can do appropriate cultures (Nose Throat) and possible imaging studies! Hope this helps! Good Luck! Dr Z

? ETD: Eustachian Tube Dysfunction leading to chronic otitis media or chronic serous otitis, need to see a specialist , meanwhile keep irrigating your nose with saline wash frequently,