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.
Most popping or crackling sounds in an audio system come from a bad or dirty connections. Sometimes they do come from a faulty unit or component, but in most cases it is a connection issue.
Other Causes. Constantly eating spicy food, exposure to stress or grinding your teeth can lead to cracking of the tongue. Oral thrush, a yeast infection in the mouth that often accompanies a weakened immune system, can also increase your risk of cracking tongue. In some cases, conditions may cause bumps on the tongue or swelling that can be mistaken for a cracking tongue.