Greasy Pig Disease

Question 1

Signs

Answer 1

• infected by bacteria Staphylococcus hyicus
• – gram positive
• – normal skin flora
• piglets infected during birth or soon after
• – sporadic problem in piglets
• weaners
• – 2 to 3 days after weaning
• – may affect up to 15% population
• commences with small lesions around face, legs
• death due to toxin production
• – damages vital organs (liver, kidneys)

Question 2

Prevention

Answer 2

• gilt litters
• prevent trauma to skin (flooring)
• moisture, hygiene, humidity >70%