Many women become very anxious when they discover that the results of their Pap tests are "abnormal," but at this stage, there is no reason to panic. In most cases, "abnormal" test results do not indicate cervical cancer. You'll have to follow up with your doctor, and perhaps undergo further testing, in order to determine why the Pap smear showed suspicious cell changes on your cervix. Most abnormal Pap smear results are caused by the Human papillomavirus (HPV). This is virus spread through sexual contact, and it is so prevalent that most sexually active people will contract it at some point. There are many different kinds of HPV, some of which are known to have the potential to cause cervical cancer. Many people who have the virus, however, will never develop any symptoms and will clear it on their own. Having HPV does not mean you have or will ever get cervical cancer. It is possible to get false-positive Pap smear results, especially if you are taking birth control pills. Some women also have cervical cell changes that are not caused by HPV. Hormonal imbalances, yeast infections, as well as having vaginal sex or using tampons, douches, or vaginal creams within 48 hours of your Pap smear, can cause abnormal results. There are a number of different types of "positive" or "abnormal" Pap smear results, and some are more concerning than others. The next step will generally depend on the specific results of the Pap smear. Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance, or ASCUS, are cervical cells that appear slightly abnormal but are not necessarily cancerous or precancerous. Squamous intraepithelial lesion refers to cervical cells that may be precancerous. The results are graded from least to most severe using CIN 1, CIN 2, or CIN 3. Atypical glandular cells are glandular cells (the cells that produce mucus in your cervix and uterus) that appear slightly abnormal, but are not necessarily cancerous or precancerous. Squamous cell cancer indicates possible cancer already present in the cervix or vagina. This, along with adenocarcinoma, is one of the most potentially serious Pap smear results. Adenocarcinoma is possible cancer already present in glandular cells. This, along with squamous cell cancer, is one of the most potentially serious Pap test results. This may also be a sign of uterine cancer so you may also be tested for this using an endometrial biopsy.

Summary: Stay calm. Educate yourself about HPV. Consider the other possible causes of abnormal Pap smear results. Decipher your specific results.

These are ideal for Valentine's Day or breakfast in bed for a loved one. Any shape different from your usual shape can be fun. Rather than simply placing the waffle on a plate as if that's all there is to it, try a fancy presentation.. It can look very effective when evenly balanced across the waffle. Use two waffles for the edges and fill with ice cream. Use a knife to cut and square off the ice cream. See also Make a Peanut Butter and Marshmallow Waffle Sandwich and Make a Peanut Butter and Apple Waffle Sandwich. Fill with sliced meat and cheese, or roasted vegetables. Challenge one another to come up with the tastiest, most interestingly presented waffles for brunch one weekend. Whatever the weather, this can be a really fun way to cook up a shared breakfast together, and will definitely spice up your waffle experience!

Summary: Look for waffle shapes in your kids' favorite characters. Create heart shaped waffles for an interesting variation on the usual. Layer the waffles. Make a little mountain from the waffle. Take the time to make the cream into little shapes such as stars. Make a waffle ice cream sandwich. Make a waffle "wrap". Hold a waffle cook-off with your friends.

In many countries the government will provide ceremonial recognition to couples on their 50th wedding anniversary. Look to see if there are any special acknowledgements given to couples in your country. Typically you will have to request this recognition in advance. Here are a few examples: The White House will send the couple official greetings acknowledging the couple's Golden Anniversary. These need to be requested 6 weeks in advance. The Prime Minister of Canada will acknowledge a couple's 50th wedding anniversary. You can request this by completing an online form. In Australia, the Prime Minister and Governor-General will send greetings to Australian couples celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. A guestbook is an excellent memento that can be given to the couple to help them remember their 50th wedding anniversary. This is also an excellent space for guests to leave a message recognizing the couple for this wonderful achievement. Most newspapers will have an announcements section. It would be a nice tribute to celebrate a 50th anniversary in your local newspaper. Include a wedding picture from 50 years ago along with a recent picture of the couple. You can also share some of the wonderful experiences they have had together over the years.

Summary: Seek out recognition from the government. Create a guestbook so guests can leave a congratulatory message for the couple. Recognize the couple's 50th wedding anniversary in your local newspaper.

Beyond being unsightly, mold in your bathroom can contribute to health problems. Fortunately, getting rid of mold is not difficult. Add 1/2 cup (118 ml) of white vinegar to your toilet bowl or spray it directly onto mold. Then, scrub mold away with a toilet brush. Another tried-and-true product for removing mold is ordinary bleach. Add 1/4 cup (59 ml) of bleach to your toilet bowl, or spray diluted bleach directly onto mold. Then scrub mold away using a toilet brush. A less commonly-used, but still very effective product for removing mold is tea tree essential oil. Add 10 drops of tea tree essential oil to your toilet bowl or spray a tea tree oil solution (5-10 drops of oil to a bottle of water) directly onto any moldy spots. Scrub with a toilet brush. If left to sit for too long in your toilet, all 3 of these products could potentially damage the inner-workings. As such, it is important to flush these products out of your toilet system. After scrubbing with any of these products, be sure to flush the toilet at least 3 times.
Summary: Use white vinegar. Apply bleach. Try tea tree oil. Flush your toilet at least 3 times.