While the frequency of drought in the region is thought to have increased from the end of the 19th century, three long droughts have had dramatic environmental and societal effects upon the Sahel nations.
PEYRONIE'S DISEASE QUESTIONNAIRE. Peyronie's disease is a connective tissue disorder of the penis that can be likened to arthritis. It is characterized by the triad of bent erections, pain in the penis with erections and palpable penile plaque. Peyronie's disease is quite common, affecting as much as 1 in 11 men despite the lack of public awareness.
Pilonidal disease is a chronic infection of the skin in the region of the buttock crease (Figure 1). The condition results from a reaction to hairs embedded in the skin, commonly occurring in the cleft between the buttocks. The disease is more common in men than women and frequently occurs between puberty and age 40. It is also common in obese people and those with thick, stiff body hair. Figure 1: Pilonidal disease is a chronic skin infection in the buttock crease area. Two small openings are shown (A).