The Centre for Disease Control in Atlanta today announced the
identification of a new disease.
Tentatively named Acquired Paint Shop Pro Syndrome, the disease is highly
infectious. Scientists at CDC say the disease is caused by a bacillus called
staphloaibrush because of its brush-like shape. Under the microscope the
bacillus is long and slender with a bristle like appendage at one end.
Symptoms of the disease include feverish babbling of words, such as font,
blade, image, fill, and talking about invisible friends such as Kittypoo,
Luv2pnt,and Qeenfont etc. Additionally, symptoms include feverish trading
and storing of filters, masks and plug-ins, and a 'groaning Graphics folder.
The disease is especially dangerous because it cannot only be passed
along directly from one infected individual to another, but documented cases
have been found where the sufferer caught the disease from reading a
tutorial or joining a graphics exchange group.
The CDC says that while the disease is especially prevalent on an
Internet Server called America On Line cases have been found on other
Servers around the globe.
Family members should be aware that while the disease may occasionally
enter remission, it is at present incurable.
The patient should be given a quiet corner with a comfortable chair,
ample supply of snack type treats, and good lighting. Interruptions should
be minimized.
