Lice infestation (Louse, Porcine Pediculosis, Haematopinus suis)
Haematopinus suis is the pig louse which can cause anemia, and is the main route of swinepox transmission.
Description
The Haematopinus suis louse is found worldwide. Its significance is variable as it can cause anemia and is the main route of swinepox transmission.
All ages
- Anemia.
- Skin irritation.
- Red skin lesions.
- Hairy pigs.
Outdoor pig farming.
Clinical examination: lice are large and easily visualized especially on the neck, flank, and inner parts of the legs.
- Lice are susceptible to many insecticides.
- The use of insecticides requires a second application after 10-20 days to break the lice's life cycle.