Scientists have today announced that they have proven a genetic link between sufferers of Pegwidgitis. The afflication which compels people to clip clothes pegs on to their penises has long thought to have been a pyschological problem. The ground breaking study conducted at Warringtons Torben Piechnik Institute has brought hope to the few unfortunate souls that have the rare illness.
Dr Glen Medeiros, chief researcher at the institute has been looking into the problem for years after becoming acquainted with a sufferer who reported that his son had the same problem. We managed to speak to this individual, who wishes to remain anonymous, about living with Pegwidgitis.
“I remember clearly the first time I did it. I’d had the urge for many years but had resisted, thinking there was something wrong with me. After a party one night, I found myself in a shed with some friends and hanging from a shelf was a peg bag. I couldn’t resist any longer and before I knew it a peg was hanging from my widge. It felt so good. It felt even better when I knew other people were looking. It’s just something I couldn’t explain.
After that I used to put a peg on when I was alone and sometimes under my clothes when I went to work. It gave me a big thrill. All was ok until I started to develop gangrene in my foreskin. Luckily my GP was aware of Pegwidgitis and I was eventually diagnosed with the condition despite my denials. Up to know treatment has consisted of counselling sessions but they have had little effect.
It was a strange time when I noticed my son had the same urges. I was worried for him but at the same time I felt proud. Fortunately I soon met Glen and he has been a comfort ever since. The news that he has made such a breakthrough is wonderful.”
Dr Medeiros says that although they have made progress there is still a long was to go.
“We’ve made progress but there is still a long way to go. Now that we have identified the genes responsible for the defect we hope to work on a cure.”
Those that suffer will be praying for his success.
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