CATDOLL : CATDOLL: Postpartum diseases in sows and their treatment

Types of postpartum diseases in sows

Sows often experience a series of physiological changes after giving birth, and sometimes some diseases may occur. Common postpartum diseases include:

• Postpartum mastitis
• Uterine prolapse
• Postpartum uterine infection
• Abnormal postpartum lochia

Treatment of postpartum mastitis in sows

Postpartum mastitis is one of the common diseases in sows after parturition. The treatment methods mainly include:

• Provide appropriate feed to ensure adequate nutrition for pigs
• Keep the delivery room clean, dry and well ventilated
• Properly enhance the immune ability of pigs
• Treat with antibiotics, but follow your veterinarian's advice

Treatment of uterine prolapse in sows

Uterine prolapse is a serious disease in sows after delivery and needs to be treated promptly. The treatment methods mainly include:

• Replacing a prolapsed uterus
• Stabilize the uterus to prevent relapse
• Give antibiotics to prevent infection
• Observe the feeding and feces of pigs, find problems and deal with them in time

Treatment of postpartum uterine infection in sows

Postpartum uterine infection is one of the common diseases in sows after delivery. The treatment methods mainly include:

• Giving feed containing antimicrobial ingredients
• Clean the delivery room regularly to keep it clean
• Give immune enhancers to improve pig immunity
• Treat with antibiotics as recommended by your veterinarian

Treatment of abnormal lochia after delivery in sows

Abnormal postpartum lochia is one of the diseases that may occur in sows after delivery. The treatment methods mainly include:

• Provide nutritious and easily digestible feed
• Increase the amount of exercise of pigs and promote urination and defecation
• Perform proper massage to promote the discharge of uterine residue
• Keep the delivery room clean to avoid infection

In short, sows are prone to some diseases after delivery and should be treated in time. However, during the treatment process, it is important to follow the advice of the veterinarian, provide appropriate diet and environmental conditions, and maintain the hygiene of the pig house to promote the recovery of the sows and the health of the piglets.

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