CATDOLL : CATDOLL: Common causes and treatments of diarrhea in pigs

Common causes of diarrhea in pigs

Diarrhea in pigs is a common condition that can be caused by a variety of reasons, including:

• 1. Dietary problems: excessive or sudden dietary changes, such as inappropriate feed or feeding too much fresh food.
• 2. Bacterial infection: Certain bacteria, such as Salmonella and Escherichia coli, can cause diarrhea in pigs.
• 3. Viral infection: Viral infections such as classical swine fever virus and transmissible gastroenteritis virus are also common causes of diarrhea in pigs.
• 4. Parasitic infection: Parasites such as earthworms and roundworms may also cause diarrhea in pigs.

Treatment of diarrhea in pigs

According to different reasons, the following are several common treatments for diarrhea in pigs:

• 1. Diet management: Adjust feed formula, avoid sudden changes in feed, ensure pigs have a balanced diet, and add appropriate amounts of cellulose.
• 2. Treatment of bacterial infection: Use appropriate antibiotics for treatment and choose the appropriate drug according to the sensitivity of the bacteria.
• 3. Treatment of viral infection: Currently, the treatment of viral infection is more difficult, and the main approach is to alleviate symptoms by strengthening the pig’s immunity.
• 4. Treatment of parasitic infections: Use anthelmintics for treatment and clean pig pens and drinking water equipment regularly.
• 5. Fluid rehydration therapy: In cases of severe dehydration, rehydration therapy can be performed using glucose saline or oral rehydration solutions.

If the pig's diarrhea persists and worsens, it is recommended to consult a veterinarian for diagnosis and treatment in a timely manner.