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Eclampsia

This is an uncommon condition caused by low levels of calcium in the blood stream. It may occur at any stage but is most likely within seven days either side of farrowing. Occasionally seen pre farrowing but normally during lactation.

Symptoms

Sows
  • Sudden in onset.
  • The sow becomes distressed.
  • Panting heavily.
  • Trembles and shakes.
  • Fits and convulsions.
  • Reactive to external stimuli, both touch and sound.
  • Death often results unless there is prompt treatment.
Piglets, Weaners & Growers
  • N/A

Causes / Contributing factors

  • Loss of calcium in the colostrum.
  • Shortage of calcium in the diet.
  • Failure of uptake of sufficient calcium.
  • Heavy milking sows.

Diagnosis

This is based on the clinical signs but it can be confused with the porcine stress syndrome (PSS).

Further Reading

Click on the links below to find out more about this disease, including treatment, management control and prevention information. The top link is the main article on this disease.

Tuesday 13th May

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