Seasonal pig disease prevention

In the winter and spring seasons, swine infectious diseases are more prevalent. Common diseases include classical swine fever, porcine paratyphoid, pneumonia, swine flu, transmissible gastroenteritis, and yellow and white diarrhea in piglets. Among these, classical swine fever, pneumonia, swine flu, and transmissible gastroenteritis are viral infections that can only be controlled through vaccination. Porcine paratyphoid and yellow diarrhea are bacterial in nature and can be prevented with vaccines or treated with antibiotics. Among these diseases, classical swine fever and yellow diarrhea have the highest mortality rates, followed by white diarrhea. Swine flu, pneumonia, and transmissible gastroenteritis generally have lower fatality rates, but once pigs are infected, their growth is often stunted, leading to "stagnant pigs" that cannot be marketed at the same time as others. Swine diseases are costly to manage. While vaccines are available for most diseases except swine flu and transmissible gastroenteritis, timely immunization is essential. The swine fever vaccine should be administered annually, while the paratyphoid vaccine is given every six months, and the pneumonia vaccine every eight months. Piglet paratyphoid typically affects pigs between 2 and 4 months of age, and pigs under five months are less likely to show symptoms. As the Spring Festival approaches, the peak season for classical swine fever begins. Farmers are advised to visit local veterinary clinics promptly to vaccinate their pigs. To prevent yellow and white diarrhea, sows should receive an E. coli bivalent vaccine about 20 days before farrowing. In addition to vaccination, maintaining good hygiene and proper feeding management is crucial for disease prevention. Regular cleaning of the pens, using disinfectants like lime water or caustic soda, and ensuring a balanced diet with fresh vegetables such as carrots and radishes can help boost the pigs’ immunity. Keeping the pig house warm, and even using plastic greenhouses when possible, can also reduce the risk of illness. Porcine diarrhea is a common seasonal disease, mainly caused by multiple pathogens. Accurate diagnosis is key to effective treatment. Transmissible gastroenteritis, a viral infection, causes watery diarrhea, vomiting, and dehydration. Treatment focuses on rehydration and preventing secondary infections, often involving intravenous fluids or oral rehydration salts, along with antibiotics like chloramphenicol. Rotavirus infection primarily affects piglets under two months old, causing loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. Immediate action includes stopping breastfeeding and providing glucose saline solution. Early-onset E. coli disease (yellow diarrhea) is severe and often fatal within the first seven days. If one piglet is affected, all should be treated immediately with antibiotics like gentamicin or kanamycin, or probiotics for quick recovery. White diarrhea, or late-onset E. coli disease, occurs in piglets aged 10–30 days and has a lower mortality rate but requires prompt treatment. Drugs like sulfamethoxazole, oxytetracycline, and furazolidone are commonly used. Red diarrhea, caused by Clostridium perfringens, is more common in newborns and may cause bloody stools. Prevention involves maintaining clean conditions and administering penicillin or streptomycin early. Piglet paratyphoid, caused by Salmonella, affects young pigs and has no specific season. Symptoms include constipation, diarrhea, and skin discoloration. Antibiotics like gentamicin and chloramphenicol are more effective than others. Swine dysentery, caused by spirochetes, affects older pigs and can lead to long-term health issues. Treatment with drugs like berberine or tetracycline is effective, but relapse is common if medication is stopped too soon. During winter and spring, swine mycoplasma pneumonia is common. It spreads through contact and can be acute or chronic. Acute cases show rapid breathing and high mortality, while chronic cases result in persistent coughs and slow growth. Treatments like oxytetracycline or enrofloxacin are used for several days. Prevention and early intervention are key to managing swine diseases. Vaccination, hygiene, and proper nutrition play vital roles in keeping pig herds healthy. As the weather changes, especially in early spring, farmers must remain vigilant to protect their livestock from outbreaks.

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