{"id":15504,"date":"2025-04-11T17:09:08","date_gmt":"2025-04-11T10:09:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/treatment-of-farrowing-disease-in-sows-a-comprehensive-guide-for-farmers\/"},"modified":"2025-05-24T14:09:48","modified_gmt":"2025-05-24T07:09:48","slug":"treatment-of-farrowing-disease-in-sows-a-comprehensive-guide-for-farmers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/treatment-of-farrowing-disease-in-sows-a-comprehensive-guide-for-farmers\/","title":{"rendered":"Treatment of farrowing disease in sows \u2013 A comprehensive guide for farmers"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"15504\" class=\"elementor elementor-15504 elementor-13991\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1ba4484 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1ba4484\" 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href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/treatment-of-farrowing-disease-in-sows-a-comprehensive-guide-for-farmers\/#Treatment_includes\" >Treatment includes:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/treatment-of-farrowing-disease-in-sows-a-comprehensive-guide-for-farmers\/#Antibiotics_and_anti-inflammatory_drugs\" >Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/treatment-of-farrowing-disease-in-sows-a-comprehensive-guide-for-farmers\/#Injections_to_stimulate_milk_production\" >Injections to stimulate milk production.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/treatment-of-farrowing-disease-in-sows-a-comprehensive-guide-for-farmers\/#Small_doses_of_oxytocin_as_needed\" >Small doses of oxytocin as needed.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/treatment-of-farrowing-disease-in-sows-a-comprehensive-guide-for-farmers\/#Solving_lameness\" >Solving lameness<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/treatment-of-farrowing-disease-in-sows-a-comprehensive-guide-for-farmers\/#Summary\" >Summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatment_of_diseases_in_breeding_sows\"><\/span><strong>Treatment of diseases in breeding sows<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Sows are the backbone of any successful pig farm, but they are still susceptible to a number of diseases that require specific treatments. <strong>Diagnosis and treatment of sick pigs<\/strong> (<strong>sick pigs<\/strong>) during this period have a direct impact on <strong>farm profits<\/strong> and <strong>production performance<\/strong>.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Management_of_reproductive_disorders\"><\/span><strong>Management of reproductive disorders<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Reproductive problems can significantly reduce farm productivity. <strong>Brucellosis<\/strong>, a bacterial infection that causes abortion and infertility in sows, is characterized by inflammation of the testicles in boars, lameness and anal paralysis. Treatment options remain limited, as infected carcasses usually have to be destroyed, although heat treatment may be permitted in some areas for economic reasons.<\/p><p>Identifying the root cause of reproductive problems requires systematic analysis. Initially, it is necessary to establish whether the problem, such as <strong>anoestrus<\/strong>, is due to true ovarian inactivity or to a failure to detect estrus, as primiparous and early weaned sows are particularly susceptible. Next, ultrasound examination helps to rule out ovarian cysts that disrupt the normal physiological cycle.<\/p><p>For sows experiencing seasonal <strong>anestrus<\/strong>, heat stress operates through two mechanisms \u2013 reduced feed intake during lactation creating a negative energy imbalance, accompanied by increased cortisol secretion from stress. Both pathways reduce the secretion of hormones necessary for follicle development. Furthermore, reduced photoperiods exacerbate these effects, often causing the majority of seasonal anestrus cases in late summer.<\/p><p>&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;-<\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatment_of_mastitis_and_udder_problems\"><\/span><strong>Treatment of mastitis and udder problems<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><strong>Mastitis, metritis and milk abort syndrome (MMA)<\/strong> is a complex condition that seriously affects piglet survival. When examining farrowing sows, always check the udders for early changes. The affected mammary glands will feel hard and hot on examination.<\/p><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatment_includes\"><\/span><strong>Treatment includes:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><ul><li><h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Antibiotics_and_anti-inflammatory_drugs\"><\/span>Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5><\/li><li><h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Injections_to_stimulate_milk_production\"><\/span>Injections to stimulate milk production.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5><\/li><li><h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Small_doses_of_oxytocin_as_needed\"><\/span>Small doses of oxytocin as needed.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5><\/li><\/ul><p>Timely intervention is important \u2013 treatment should be started as soon as the disease is detected or when the sow\u2019s temperature exceeds 39.4\u00b0C, 12-18 hours after farrowing. During treatment, encourage the sow to drink water by encouraging her to stand frequently.<\/p><p>Excessive production of <strong>colostrum<\/strong> around farrowing is a common cause of agalactia. In these cases, <strong>manual milking<\/strong> (possibly combined with oxytocin) helps relieve stress. Furthermore, <strong>prevention through proper nutrition<\/strong> is very effective \u2013 reducing feed to 1kg\/day for 48 hours before farrowing, then using soaked mash to provide mass without adding excess nutrients.<\/p><p>&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;-<\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solving_lameness\"><\/span><strong>Solving lameness<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Lameness is the second most common reason for culling sows. Effective detection requires regular assessment, preferably using a <strong>three-point scale<\/strong>:<strong>no lameness (0), mild lameness (1), marked lameness (2)<\/strong>. However, timing of diagnosis is important \u2013 avoid evaluation immediately after weaning when the sow\u2019s condition is lighter.<\/p><p>To treat, <strong>separate lame sows<\/strong> into recovery pens with firm, padded floors to avoid competition for feed. Provide anti-inflammatory medications along with broad-spectrum antibiotics. Following treatment, lesions may benefit from antibiotic sprays or wound dressings.<\/p><p>Prevention strategies focus on <strong>hoof health<\/strong>, as the majority of cases of lameness originate from hoof injuries. Supplementing the sow\u2019s diet with <strong>chelated trace minerals (zinc, copper, manganese)<\/strong> significantly reduces both the frequency of hoof injuries and the incidence of lameness within 5-6 months. In addition, a regular hoof trimming program also contributes greatly to prevention.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span>Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Throughout all treatment protocols, remember that <strong>breeding sows<\/strong> are a major investment. Therefore, the decision between treatment and culling should consider the economic value of retaining sows that have already performed well versus introducing unproven sows into the herd.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Treatment of diseases in breeding sows Sows are the backbone of any successful pig farm, but they are still susceptible to a number of diseases that require specific treatments. Diagnosis and treatment of sick pigs (sick pigs) during this period have a direct impact on farm profits and production performance. 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