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What types of pigs should be considered when approaching dermatological diseases?

Finishers, breeders, and piglets.

What information is important regarding the scale of the farm when assessing a dermatological disease?

The number of pigs affected and how many are of different ages.

What are the clinical signs to look for in pigs with dermatological diseases?

Scabs, wounds on snout, oral lesions, hypersalivation, hoof lesions, and signs on mammary glands.

What does the presence of snout vesicles indicate?

Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD).

What condition is indicated by vesicles in the oral cavity?

Vesicular stomatitis.

Which disease is suggested by lameness in pigs?

FMD, Vesicular Stomatitis, or Swine Vesicular Disease (SVD).

What should be done if there are any signs of death or abortions in pigs?

Investigate for erysipelas, as it can cause both.

What other factors should be taken into account during the history-taking process regarding pigs?

Recent changes in diet, management, and vaccination protocol.

What is the first step if lameness is observed in pigs?

Contact APHA.

What are the clinical signs of pigs affected by FMD?

Pyrexia, vesicular lesions, and possible lameness.

How should vesicular fluid be sampled for investigation?

Using ELISA or PCR methods.

What is the treatment for Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD)?

No treatment; destroy cadavers, bedding, and animal products.

What is the treatment for erysipelas in pigs?

Penicillin.

What specific controls are recommended for managing FMD?

Vaccination in endemic areas and prohibiting the feeding of waste meat products to pigs.

What should be done when vesicular stomatitis is suspected?

Contact APHA as it is a notifiable disease.

What control measures should be implemented for Swine Vesicular Disease (SVD)?

Cull diseased, susceptible, and in-contact animals; no vaccine available.

What are the symptoms of erysipelas?

Abortions, red diamond-shaped lesions, pyrexia, lethargy, and stiff gait.

What non-infectious causes of skin disease can be observed in pigs?

Flaky skin due to parasites or deficiencies, sunburn, insect bites, allergies, alopecia, and skin tumors.

What is Dippity pig and how is it treated?

Acute necrotizing cellulitis along the back; treated with antiseptic shampoo.

What is a primary cause of runny eyes in pigs?

Inflammation of the snout lining.

How can excess skin affect pigs' eyesight?

It can obscure their eyes, leading to fat blindness.

What is the significance of contact with contaminated clothing or vet equipment?

It can lead to the transmission of diseases like FMD and SVD.

What should always be monitored in pigs' management protocols?

Vaccination records and health of affected pigs.

What is the main recommendation when managing skin disease outbreaks?

Isolate affected animals and consult with veterinary authorities.

Why is it important to understand clinical signs during a pig health assessment?

It aids in identifying the disease and applying the correct treatments.

What preventive measures can help reduce the risk of skin disease in pigs?

Providing adequate nutrition, environmental management, and regular health checks.

What determines the need for veterinary contact when investigating pig diseases?

The presence of notifiable diseases or severe health signs.

What type of lesions should be examined closely for possible infectious causes?

Vesicular lesions or distinctly shaped lesions like those from erysipelas.

What does hypersalivation in pigs typically indicate?

It can indicate Swine Vesicular Disease (SVD).