Death is a natural part of life, but what happens in the body immediately after someone passes can seem surprising. Within the first hour, several changes start taking place, even though they might not be obvious at first.
Heartbeat and Breathing Stop
Once a person dies, the heart stops beating, and breathing ceases. Without circulation, oxygen can no longer reach the bodyโs cells. This triggers a cascade of changes in organs and tissues.
Body Temperature Begins to Drop
Within an hour, the body slowly starts to cool down. Known as โalgor mortis,โ this drop in temperature is gradual. The skin may feel cooler to touch, starting at the extremities like fingers and toes.
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