Corpse odor is the name given to the foul odor emitted by the decomposition of corpses, whether it is humans or animals, if not properly treated after death, decay will occur and produce corpse odor. The smell of corpses is extremely unpleasant, according to forensic doctors, it is even more pungent than the smell of rotten eggs and rotten rats, and once you smell it, it will be unforgettable for life. The composition of corpse odor mainly includes carbon dioxide, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen, ammonia, hydrogen sulfide, methane and other gases, among which the smell of hydrogen sulfide and ammonia is particularly intense. These components make the corpse stench particularly unbearable, even forensic doctors can hardly tolerate it.
The smell of corpses arises from the process of decay of corpses. When a person or animal dies, the body's functions cease to function, the heart stops beating, blood circulation stops, and the mechanism that inhibits the growth of bacteria disappears. At this time, the intestines inside the corpse begin to multiply rapidly with a large number of bacteria and microorganisms, which corrode the internal organs of the human body and produce a large amount of putrefactive gas. As the gas accumulates, the corpse begins to expand, and the gas is discharged through the seven orifices, and when we get close to the corpse, we can smell the stench emitted. At room temperature, it only takes a few hours for the decaying bacteria inside the corpse to begin to multiply. The higher the temperature, the faster the rate of decay, and the low temperature slows down the rate of decay. As a result, funeral homes often place bodies in freezers to delay decomposition.
The decay of corpses is not only about the smell of rotting, but also about an even more terrifying phenomenon called the view of giants. With the passage of time and the continuous accumulation of gas, the gas in the corpse will make the stomach swell and the volume of the whole person will become larger, this sight makes many Xi forensic doctors feel frightened, and even turn around and flee in horror. The smell of corpses is extremely penetrating, and even if you wear protective clothing, the smell will still remain on your clothes, and you must constantly take a shower and expose yourself to the sun to slowly fade when you get home.
Forensic doctors face enormous challenges when it comes to handling corpses. They had to endure the stench, and they had to determine the cause of death, perform an autopsy, and have stitches up, a process that was extremely difficult. Some medical examiners recalled that once the stomach of the corpse was cut, the putrefactive gas would rush out quickly, suffocating. Another forensic doctor described that when he saw the corpse of the giant, his stomach was tumbling. Therefore, the work of forensic medicine is very difficult, and it requires good psychological quality and mental endurance.
The smell of corpses is not just a bad smell, it hides thoughts about life and death. People are curious and frightened about the sight of death and corruption, and the forensic doctor, as the one who unravels this mystery, has the important task of finding out the cause of death and bringing justice to the families of the victims. Their work is arduous but important, and without their presence, many outstanding cases may not go unsolved. We should pay tribute to the forensic doctors for their silent contribution to society.
All in all, the stench of the dead is more than just a stench, it contains people's fear and curiosity about death and corruption. The smell emitted by the decomposing corpse is extremely unpleasant and is composed of a variety of gases, such as hydrogen sulfide, ammonia and methane, which makes the corpse smell particularly pungent. The cause of decay in corpses is the dysfunction and the multiplication of bacteria, which leads to the production of a large number of bacteria and microorganisms in the intestines and the production of putrefactive gases. The smell of corpses is so penetrating that it cannot be completely covered even by protective clothing. The decay of the corpse may also cause the phenomenon of giant view, that is, the accumulation of gas in the corpse causes the stomach to swell, and the whole person becomes larger. Forensic doctors need to endure foul odors when handling corpses, while also performing complex tasks such as autopsies and stitches. The presence of corpse odor makes the work of forensic doctors very challenging. Although the smell of corpses is unbearable, we should pay tribute and be grateful to the forensic doctors who understand the process of life and death, and work for truth and justice.