Pityriasis rosea
Pityriasis rosea is a noncontagious dermatitis present in young pigs 3-16 weeks old.
Description
It is a sporadic disease that affects young pigs from 3-16 weeks of age.
Symptoms
Sows and nursing piglets
- It is not present.
Nursery and fattening
- It is characterized by large and coalescing lesions, similar to those of ringworm.
- Lesions are circular and usually start in the abdomen and extend to the hind legs and finally, in serious cases, affects the whole body.
Causes /contributing factors
- It is believed to be hereditary, particularly in the Landrace breed.
Diagnosis
- It is based on clinical signs.
Control/Prevention
- None, the clinical condition is resolved by itself in 6 to 8 weeks.
