How to prevent and treat common skin diseases in pigs? A detailed guide to prevention and control measures for pig farmers

There are many bacteria and viruses in pig farms. If environmental hygiene is not done properly, the pig herd will be infected with various skin diseases. Many farmers do not pay much attention to skin diseases, but skin diseases can cause slow growth in the pig herd and, in severe cases, chronic death. So what are the common skin diseases in pig farming? How should they be prevented and treated? Let's take a look.

1. Exudative dermatitis

This is a kind of greasy skin disease that easily occurs in piglets, and the incidence rate is relatively high. For many pigs, as long as sticky skin disease appears, it is recommended that farmers first wash them, because no matter what pathogen it is, part of it can be washed off. Then carry out drug treatment, and the effect will be very good. For exudative dermatitis, dexamethasone plus penicillin can be injected, and washing with warm water works well.

2. Facial necrosis ⟧7⟧This disease is mainly caused by bite wounds and abrasions. It can be washed first, then penicillin can be sprinkled on the affected area. If the wound is suppurated or there is an abscess, inject an anti-inflammatory shot if it is hard; if it is soft, drain the pus, wash it clean, and then apply medicine or give an injection.

This disease is mainly caused by bites and abrasions. You can first wash the area, then sprinkle penicillin on the affected area. If the wound has become purulent or an abscess has formed, if it is hard, give an anti-inflammatory injection; if it is soft, drain the pus, rinse it clean, and then apply medication or give an injection.

3. Streptococcus

Streptococcus generally manifests as septicemia, while swine erysipelas is of the rash type. Dexamethasone and penicillin can be used for treatment, and the effect is relatively obvious. It should be noted that if the pig still has a high fever, attention must be paid, and medical treatment can be sought if necessary.

4. Pleuropneumonia, swine pasteurellosis

This type of disease often causes discoloration of the pig's skin. If the pig's ears change color, the main reason may be damage to the pig's heart and lungs. Generally, cephalosporins and florfenicol can be used for treatment, and swine pasteurellosis will also concentrate on the upper part of the neck, so observation should be paid attention to.

5. Edema disease

Common causes of edema disease are Escherichia coli and actinomycetes, and edema generally occurs around the eyes or on the head. Generally, attention should be paid to reducing intracranial pressure, and at the same time antibiotic treatment is used, which has a good effect. If green appears under the belly or the area under the belly changes color, it is mostly caused by Clostridium welchii or some other individual bacteria, and prevention should be paid attention to.

The above is an introduction to the prevention and control measures for common skin diseases in pig farming. I hope it can help you. If you want to learn more related knowledge, please follow us.