What to Do If a Sow Gets Mastitis? Detailed Treatment Methods
Mastitis in sows occurs when the sow's udder is invaded by pathogenic microorganisms or is traumatized by machinery and other objects in the pig farm, causing inflammation of the udder, which becomes very red, swollen and hot. This disease has a relatively large impact on the sow's milk production, so it greatly affects the milk supply for the piglets after farrowing. So how should sow mastitis be treated? Let me, Shuaishuai, explain it to you below!
1. Massage and Cold/Hot Compress Methods
We can massage and apply hot compresses to the pig's udder by hand. We can use hot water at around 50°C, soak a towel in it, and then massage the udder with it for a period of time. This can promote local blood circulation in the udder and has a good recovery effect on inflammation. In addition, for febrile and acute mastitis with pain, the cold compress method should be used, and hot compresses must not be used. If a hot compress is used, it will definitely make the udder more swollen and will also cause milk to seep out.
2. Antibacterial and Anti-inflammatory, Clearing Heat and Detoxifying
When this disease is discovered, treatment should be done well in two aspects: antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, and clearing heat and detoxifying. This is because mastitis is basically caused by bacteria, and since there are many pathogens, broad-spectrum antibiotics can be used for treatment. There are many antibiotics that can be used, such as amoxicillin and other drugs, all of which have good effects on it. Used together with procaine solution, it can reduce udder pain and promote blood circulation and metabolism.
1. Inject Houttuynia cordata injection and ampicillin sodium intramuscularly, twice a day.
2. Decoct Viola philippica, dandelion, Sichuan pepper leaves, and dried garlic stems and leaves in water for 30 minutes, twice a day.
3. In addition to oral administration, Viola philippica and dandelion can also be mashed and applied externally. After mashing, place them on gauze and then secure it on the udder.
3. Daily Care
Sow mastitis will have a great impact on the sow's nursing. This disease will reduce the amount of milk secreted by the udder, preventing piglets from developing normally. Therefore, when raising them, we should raise them scientifically, improve the environment of the pig house, prevent the appearance of objects that may cause trauma to the udder, disinfect regularly, and ensure the sow's health.
The above are the treatment methods for sow mastitis. Usually, pay more attention to managing their living conditions, reduce the appearance of factors harmful to their udders, and plan their diet and feeding. I hope this article can help everyone.