DISEASES IN SWINE

Question 1

 - also known as classical swine fever, is a highly contagious viral disease of pigs that can cause significant mortality and economic loss.

Answer 1

Hog Cholera

Question 2

 - is a serious bacterial infection caused by Clostridium tetani, often entering through wounds from procedures like castration or tail docking. It causes muscle spasms, stiffness, and can be fatal if untreated.

Answer 2

Tetanus

Question 2

 - is a viral disease affecting pigs, causing reproductive failure in sows and respiratory disease in pigs of all ages, leading to significant economic losses in the swine industry.

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Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS)

Question 2

 - a bacterial infection of the kidneys, often leading to inflammation, pain, and potential kidney failure.

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Pyelonephritis

Question 2

 - a bacterial disease caused by Salmonella bacteria, often leading to diarrhea, fever, and in severe cases, systemic infection and death.

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Salmonellosis

Question 3

 - an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae, often characterized by diamond-shaped skin lesions, fever, arthritis, and potential sudden death in pigs.

Answer 3

Swine Erysipela

Question 4

Swine Erysipela

Answer 4

Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae

Question 5

Tetanus

Answer 5

Clostridium tetani

Question 6

Hog Cholera also known as

Answer 6

Classical Swine Fever