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How long after death would a person's body start to decay?
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At once: Decomposition begins as soon as circulation stops. Discoloration is usually visible on the abdomen by around 18 hours, sooner with a hot environment or fever. We pathologists have been only moderately successful in correlating stages of decomposition with actual time of death. Hope this helps -- cherish life.
Answered 12/17/2020
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