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Mycoplasma cough in pigs: causes and transmission

Mycoplasma suis is a common respiratory pathogen that mainly causes coughing and respiratory diseases in pigs. Mycoplasma suis is mainly transmitted through air droplets. When infected pigs cough or sneeze, the surrounding pigs are infected by inhaling the expelled microbial particles. In addition, contact with contaminated objects or skin may also cause infection.

Clinical features of mycoplasma cough in pigs

Clinical manifestations of porcine mycoplasma cough include coughing, sneezing, runny nose, and shortness of breath. Infected pigs will have problems such as loss of appetite and weight loss, and are sensitive to environmental temperature and humidity. Coughing usually occurs within one to two weeks of infection, and severely infected pigs may develop complications such as pneumonia and asthma.

Treatment of Mycoplasma cough in pigs

The treatments for porcine mycoplasma cough mainly include drug therapy, environmental adjustment and immune enhancement.

1. Drug treatment: Currently available drugs include antibiotics and antibacterial drugs. Commonly used antibiotics include doxycycline, doxycycline, etc. Antibacterial drugs are mainly used to treat complications such as pneumonia. Specific medication and dosage should be consulted with a veterinarian.
2. Environmental regulation: Keeping the pig house clean and dry is an important measure to prevent and control mycoplasma cough in pigs. Clean the pig house regularly, disinfect contaminated items, and strengthen ventilation to reduce the spread of pathogens.
3. Immunity enhancement: Vaccination is an important means of preventing mycoplasma cough in pigs. Consult a professional veterinarian to develop a suitable vaccination plan and vaccinate regularly to enhance the immunity of pigs.

Preventive measures for mycoplasma cough in pigs

In addition to drug treatment and environmental adjustment, the key to preventing mycoplasma cough in pigs is to strengthen vaccination and take good biosafety measures.

1. Regular vaccination: follow the advice of the veterinarian and develop a scientific and reasonable vaccination plan. Vaccinate regularly to enhance the immunity of pigs and reduce the risk of infection.
2. Biosafety measures: Keep the pig house clean and hygienic, clean up the dirt in the pig house regularly, and disinfect contaminated items. Strengthen the ventilation and drainage systems of the pig house to control the spread of pathogens. At the same time, strengthen the isolation and detection of pigs, and promptly detect and isolate infected pigs.
3. Feed and water management: Feed and water are important factors for the growth of pig herds. It is necessary to ensure the quality and hygiene of feed and water to avoid contamination by pathogens.

Mycoplasma cough in pigs is a common respiratory disease in pigs, which has attracted great attention in the breeding industry. The spread of mycoplasma cough in pigs can be prevented and controlled through drug treatment, environmental adjustment and vaccination. Strengthening breeding management and creating a good production environment are the key to preventing and controlling mycoplasma cough in pigs.

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