I'm also using version 2.2.5. Have you tried to un-install and re-install the hack? Sometimes that straightens things out. It really shouldn't matter whether the area is a poll area or not. I would say check any hack that you installed that affects the poll area (if you have any that do). I know that's not what you want to hear, but I am at a loss on this one. Maybe the author of the hack has an idea. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.