Temperature is a factor; decay speeds up as temperatures increase. Also, the damper the site, the longer the odor will last. If a rat dies near a steam pipe, the body wonât dry and the smell can be horrible for weeks. The odor from a dead mouse may last only a day or two. In fact, there may be no noticeable odor from a single dead mouse but several dead mice in the same area could smell for a few days.
Report Abuse. 1  What Does Swollen Feet Mean. 2  Swollen feet is a condition where the muscles in the feet have an excessive buildup of fluid. 3  This Site Might Help You.  Can't tell you without seeing but that sounds like water retention causing a condition known as oedema and can be indicative of left side heart failure.
Swollen feet or legs have many minor and temporary causes. But they can also be an indication of a much more serious problem with your heart, kidney, liver or blood vessels, so be sure to consult your doctor to determine the cause. Even swelling caused by less serious conditions can have ill effects if left untreated.