Lameness and neuro pigs

What causes joint ill in piglets?

Streptococcus suis.

What are the clinical signs of joint ill in piglets?

Joint swelling, lameness, recumbency.

How is joint ill diagnosed in piglets?

Clinical signs, post-mortem exam showing purulent tenosynovitis.

What is the treatment for joint ill in piglets?

Lincomycin.

What are control measures for joint ill in piglets?

Review floor consistency, check teeth clipping and tail docking equipment.

What causes splay leg in piglets?

Muscle immaturity, aggravated by post-birth trauma.

What are the clinical signs of splay leg?

Hind limbs in splits, unable to rise.

How is splay leg diagnosed in piglets?

Clinical signs.

What is the treatment for splay leg in piglets?

Massage hips, tape legs together, consider euthanasia.

What control measures are recommended for splay leg in piglets?

If multiple cases, check flooring and use shedded paper as farrowing bedding.

Which age group of pigs is affected by Mycoplasma hynosynoviae arthritis?

Growers and young adults.

What are the clinical signs of Mycoplasma hynosynoviae arthritis?

Sudden onset hind limb lameness, joint swellings and stiffness.

How is Mycoplasma hynosynoviae arthritis diagnosed?

Clinical signs, joint tap for culture or PCR.

What is the treatment for Mycoplasma hynosynoviae arthritis?

Lincomycin.

What control measures are suggested for Mycoplasma hynosynoviae arthritis?

Review pen layout, including size of steps and floor condition.

What is bush foot in pigs?

An infection entering the foot via puncture wound, toe trapped in slat, or open wound.

What are the clinical signs of bush foot?

Open wound.

What is the treatment for bush foot in pigs?

Lincomycin, move to a separate pen, encourage rising several times daily.

What severe action may be necessary if bush foot does not respond to treatment?

Euthanasia.

What causes femoral head fractures in pigs?

Osteochondritis (OC) affecting the femoral neck.

What are the clinical signs of femoral head fractures?

Sudden onset, unilateral hind limb lameness, gluteal muscle collapse on one side.

What causes split hips in pigs?

Sow falls or slips, tears pelvic muscle, unable to stand.

What are the clinical signs of split hips?

Hind limbs in splits, unable to stand.

What is glasses disease in piglets?

A disease caused by Glaesserella parasuis affecting piglets aged 4-8 weeks.

What are the clinical signs of glasses disease?

Pyrexia, respiratory signs, reduced growth rate, swollen joints, CNS signs, sudden death.

How is glasses disease diagnosed?

Clinical signs, virus isolation, or PCR.

What is the treatment for glasses disease?

Ampicillin.

What control measures are recommended for glasses disease?

Vaccination.

What is the effect of Streptococcus suis on post-weaned piglets?

It causes septicaemia and can lead to death.

What are the clinical signs of Streptococcus suis infection?

Pyrexia, inappetence, depression, shifting lameness, ears back, squinted eyes.

How is Streptococcus suis diagnosed?

Clinical signs, bacterial culture.

What is the treatment for Streptococcus suis infection?

Amoxicillin for 5 days and NSAIDs.

What control measures are recommended for Streptococcus suis?

Vaccination.

What does oedema disease affect in pigs?

Nursery pigs.

What causes oedema disease?

Toxaemia due to E. coli.

What are the clinical signs of oedema disease?

Sudden death, CNS signs, facial oedema, post-weaning diarrhea.

How is oedema disease diagnosed?

Clinical signs (facial oedema, concurrent diarrhea), bacterial culture.

What is the treatment for oedema disease?

Supportive treatment for acidosis; antibiotics are not useful.

What causes salt poisoning in pigs?

Lack of water supply or excessive salt intake.

What are the clinical signs of salt poisoning?

CNS signs such as dullness, head pressing, paddling, nystagmus, and sudden death.

How is salt poisoning diagnosed?

Clinical signs and history, post-mortem of the brain.

What is the treatment for salt poisoning?

Restore water slowly over 24-48 hours; euthanize if there is permanent brain damage.

How can salt poisoning be prevented in pigs?

Ensure access to clean water at all times.

What are the signs of coal tar poisoning in pigs?

Dullness, inappetence, death, liver necrosis.

What clinical signs indicate anticoagulant rodenticide toxicity?

Anemia without pyrexia, hemorrhages.

What are the clinical signs of lead toxicity in pigs?

Neurological signs.

What types of plant poisoning can affect pigs?

Hemlock (neurological signs, congenital deformities) and black nightshade (neurological signs).