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Glasser’s Disease in Adult Pigs

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What is the most likely cause of the high morbidity and mortality rates described in the text?

Escherichia coli infection

Coccidiosis

Transmissible Gastroenteritis (TGE)

Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED) (correct)

Based on the information provided, which of the following statements about the history of PED is correct?

PED was first recognized in 1976 as an acute outbreak of diarrhea in swine of all ages, including suckling pigs.

PED was first recognized in England in 1971 as an acute outbreak of diarrhea in feeder and fattening pigs, but not in suckling pigs.

PED was initially known as 'epidemic viral diarrhea' (EVD) when it was first observed in England in 1971. (correct)

PED was initially confused with Transmissible Gastroenteritis (TGE) and other known enteropathogenic agents.

Which of the following statements accurately describes the age range of pigs affected by PED, according to the text?

PED affects only feeder and fattening pigs, but not suckling pigs.

PED affects pigs of all ages, including suckling pigs. (correct)

PED primarily affects pigs less than 7 days old.

Based on the information provided, which of the following statements about the morbidity and mortality rates of PED is correct?

Morbidity is high, reaching 100% after 72 hours, and mortality is very high for piglets 7 days old. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following antibiotics is commonly used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the gastrointestinal tract in pigs?

Both Tiamulin and Gentamicin Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following management strategies is NOT mentioned in the text for improving milk output in sows?

Administering antibiotics Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the clinical signs of PED is correct?

PED causes diarrhea and vomiting in affected pigs Signup and view all the answers