Odd. Never have seen that happen with AdwCleaner. All versions at the avast! program link are clean and do not contain spyware or adware. Did you get your version of AdwCleaner elsewhere?

The only program we really need atm is OTL. Can you run that? Attach the resulting log in your next reply. Follow instructions on linked page to ensure you have the proper settings in place before you scan. A log will be produced at the end of the scan.

Here’s what will happen: A certified malware expert will come in and assist you in cleansing your system, but he will need your log(s) to be able to see what you have and create a customised fix just for your system alone, and no other.