Strengthen Care for Feverish Pigs: Daily Nursing Cannot Be Neglected

The normal body temperature of pigs is 38-40°C; if it persistently exceeds 40°C, it is considered a fever. Prolonged continuous high fever accelerates the body's catabolism, disrupts digestive function, lowers resistance, and can even cause coma or heart failure. The treatment principles for feverish pigs are as follows:

Immediately isolate the feverish pig, and thoroughly disinfect the contaminated environment. Before the cause is identified, as long as the fever is not excessively high, generally do not use antipyretic drugs at will.

While using antibacterial drugs, attention should be paid to supplementing nutrients such as glucose saline, electrolytes (inorganic salts), B vitamins, and vitamin C.

During the antipyretic period, to prevent collapse, attention should be paid to protecting cardiac function, and drugs such as adrenaline can be injected when necessary. Nursing should be strengthened to avoid various stresses, with particular attention to the three key elements of ambient temperature, humidity, and ventilation. Sick pigs should be fed easily digestible and palatable green fodder or feed richer in carbohydrates.