By the end of the first week, the wax plug has turned into a soft slurry. You may wake up with a yellow/orange stain on your pillowcase. You might notice small flecks of wax falling out while chewing food (jaw movement helps wiggle the wax loose).
A total of 12 studies were identified, including 6 randomized controlled trials, 3 prospective cohort studies, and 3 case series. The studies varied in their methodology, sample size, and treatment duration. The results are summarized below: