Breast Cancer Risk Calculator

Breast Cancer Risk Calculator | Doseway

Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Calculator

Evaluate your personal risk factors and get personalized recommendations

Personal Information

Female Male Other/Prefer not to say
White/Caucasian Black/African American Asian Hispanic/Latino Other

Family History

None 1 first-degree relative (mother, sister, daughter) 2+ first-degree relatives Second-degree relative (grandmother, aunt)
No family history 50+ years 40-49 years Under 40 years
Yes (I have tested positive)
None Ovarian cancer Prostate cancer (male relatives) Pancreatic cancer

Reproductive Health

12 or older 11 years 10 years 9 years or younger
Pre-menopausal Natural menopause after 55 Natural menopause before 55 Surgical menopause (ovaries removed)
Under 30 years 30-35 years Over 35 years No children
Never used Used for less than 5 years Used for 5+ years Current user
Never used Used estrogen-only Used combined estrogen+progestin Current user (less than 5 years) Current user (5+ years)

Lifestyle Factors

22 kg/m²
None or rare 1-3 drinks per week 4-7 drinks per week 8+ drinks per week
Regular (3+ hours/week) Moderate (1-2 hours/week) Sedentary (less than 1 hour/week)
Never smoked Former smoker Current smoker

Breast Health History

None 1 biopsy with benign result 2+ biopsies with benign results Biopsy with atypical hyperplasia
Not sure/never had mammogram Almost entirely fatty Scattered fibroglandular densities Heterogeneously dense Extremely dense
Yes (for Hodgkin’s lymphoma or other condition)
// Initialize jsPDF const { jsPDF } = window.jspdf; // BMI slider update document.getElementById(‘bmi’).addEventListener(‘input’, function() { document.getElementById(‘bmiValue’).textContent = this.value; });// Calculate risk document.getElementById(‘calculateBtn’).addEventListener(‘click’, calculateRisk);function calculateRisk() { let score = 0; // Personal factors const age = parseInt(document.getElementById(‘age’).value); if (age >= 60) score += 3; else if (age >= 50) score += 2; else if (age >= 40) score += 1; // Family history score += parseInt(document.getElementById(‘familyHistory’).value); score += parseInt(document.getElementById(‘familyAge’).value); score += parseInt(document.getElementById(‘otherCancers’).value); // Genetic factors if (document.getElementById(‘brca’).checked) score += 8; if (document.getElementById(‘radiation’).checked) score += 5; // Reproductive health score += parseInt(document.getElementById(‘menarche’).value); score += parseInt(document.getElementById(‘menopause’).value); score += parseInt(document.getElementById(‘firstChild’).value); score += parseInt(document.getElementById(‘birthControl’).value); score += parseInt(document.getElementById(‘hrt’).value); // Lifestyle factors const bmi = parseFloat(document.getElementById(‘bmi’).value); if (bmi > 30) score += 3; else if (bmi > 25) score += 1; score += parseInt(document.getElementById(‘alcohol’).value); score += parseInt(document.getElementById(‘exercise’).value); score += parseInt(document.getElementById(‘smoking’).value); // Breast health score += parseInt(document.getElementById(‘biopsies’).value); score += parseInt(document.getElementById(‘density’).value); // Ethnicity adjustment const ethnicity = document.getElementById(‘ethnicity’).value; if (ethnicity === ‘black’) score += 1; // Display results displayResults(score); }function displayResults(score) { const results = document.getElementById(‘results’); const riskIndicator = document.getElementById(‘riskIndicator’); const riskLevel = document.getElementById(‘riskLevel’); const interpretation = document.getElementById(‘interpretation’); const recommendations = document.getElementById(‘recommendations’); // Show results section results.classList.remove(‘hidden’); // Position indicator (0-40 scale mapped to 0-100%) const indicatorPosition = Math.min(score * 2.5, 100); riskIndicator.style.left = `${indicatorPosition}%`; // Set risk level and interpretation if (score < 10) { riskLevel.innerHTML = `

Low Risk (Score: ${score.toFixed(1)})

`; riskLevel.innerHTML += `

Your 5-year risk: ${(score * 0.2).toFixed(1)}% (Average: 1.2%)

`; riskLevel.innerHTML += `

Lifetime risk: ${(score * 0.6).toFixed(1)}% (Average: 12.5%)

`; interpretation.innerHTML = `

Your calculated breast cancer risk is lower than average for someone of your age and demographic.

This is based on the risk factors you provided, including your family history, lifestyle, and reproductive factors.

`; recommendations.innerHTML = `
  • Continue regular breast awareness and report any changes to your doctor
  • Maintain a healthy lifestyle with balanced diet and regular exercise
  • Follow standard screening guidelines for your age group
  • Reassess your risk factors every 2-3 years or if your circumstances change
`; } else if (score < 20) { riskLevel.innerHTML = `

Moderate Risk (Score: ${score.toFixed(1)})

`; riskLevel.innerHTML += `

Your 5-year risk: ${(score * 0.25).toFixed(1)}% (Average: 1.2%)

`; riskLevel.innerHTML += `

Lifetime risk: ${(score * 0.7).toFixed(1)}% (Average: 12.5%)

`; interpretation.innerHTML = `

Your calculated breast cancer risk is moderately higher than average.

This increased risk may be due to factors such as family history, reproductive factors, or lifestyle choices.

`; recommendations.innerHTML = `
  • Discuss your results with your healthcare provider
  • Consider more frequent screening (e.g., annual mammograms)
  • Review lifestyle factors that may help reduce risk (diet, exercise, alcohol)
  • If you have significant family history, consider genetic counseling
  • Be vigilant about breast awareness and report any changes promptly
`; } else { riskLevel.innerHTML = `

High Risk (Score: ${score.toFixed(1)})

`; riskLevel.innerHTML += `

Your 5-year risk: ${(score * 0.3).toFixed(1)}% (Average: 1.2%)

`; riskLevel.innerHTML += `

Lifetime risk: ${(score * 0.8).toFixed(1)}% (Average: 12.5%)

`; interpretation.innerHTML = `

Your calculated breast cancer risk is significantly higher than average.

This elevated risk may be due to strong family history, genetic factors, or other significant risk factors.

`; recommendations.innerHTML = `
  • Consult with a breast specialist or genetic counselor as soon as possible
  • You may need enhanced screening (e.g., mammograms plus MRI)
  • Discuss risk-reduction strategies including medications or preventive surgery
  • Family members may also benefit from risk assessment
  • Maintain excellent breast awareness and report any changes immediately
  • Consider participating in high-risk surveillance programs
`; } // Scroll to results results.scrollIntoView({ behavior: ‘smooth’ }); }function generatePDF() { const doc = new jsPDF(); // Add logo or header doc.setFontSize(20); doc.setTextColor(42, 100, 150); doc.text(‘Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Report’, 105, 20, { align: ‘center’ }); doc.setFontSize(12); doc.setTextColor(100, 100, 100); doc.text(`Generated: ${new Date().toLocaleString()}`, 105, 30, { align: ‘center’ }); // Add line separator doc.setDrawColor(200, 200, 200); doc.line(20, 35, 190, 35); // Patient information doc.setFontSize(14); doc.setTextColor(0, 0, 0); doc.text(‘Patient Information’, 20, 45); doc.setFontSize(12); doc.text(`Name: ${document.getElementById(‘name’).value || ‘Not provided’}`, 20, 55); doc.text(`Age: ${document.getElementById(‘age’).value || ‘Not provided’}`, 20, 65); doc.text(`Gender: ${document.getElementById(‘gender’).value || ‘Not provided’}`, 20, 75); doc.text(`Ethnicity: ${document.getElementById(‘ethnicity’).options[document.getElementById(‘ethnicity’).selectedIndex].text}`, 20, 85); // Risk factors doc.setFontSize(14); doc.text(‘Risk Factors Summary’, 20, 100); doc.setFontSize(10); let yPos = 110; // Family history doc.text(`Family History: ${document.getElementById(‘familyHistory’).options[document.getElementById(‘familyHistory’).selectedIndex].text}`, 20, yPos); yPos += 7; if (document.getElementById(‘brca’).checked) { doc.text(‘BRCA1/BRCA2 Mutation: Yes’, 20, yPos); yPos += 7; } // Reproductive factors doc.text(`Age at First Period: ${document.getElementById(‘menarche’).options[document.getElementById(‘menarche’).selectedIndex].text}`, 20, yPos); yPos += 7; doc.text(`Menopausal Status: ${document.getElementById(‘menopause’).options[document.getElementById(‘menopause’).selectedIndex].text}`, 20, yPos); yPos += 7; // Lifestyle factors doc.text(`BMI: ${document.getElementById(‘bmi’).value} kg/m²`, 20, yPos); yPos += 7; doc.text(`Alcohol Consumption: ${document.getElementById(‘alcohol’).options[document.getElementById(‘alcohol’).selectedIndex].text}`, 20, yPos); yPos += 7; // Add another line separator doc.line(20, yPos + 5, 190, yPos + 5); yPos += 15; // Risk assessment results doc.setFontSize(14); doc.text(‘Risk Assessment Results’, 20, yPos); yPos += 10; doc.setFontSize(12); const riskLevel = document.querySelector(‘#riskLevel h3’).textContent; doc.text(`Risk Level: ${riskLevel}`, 20, yPos); yPos += 7; const riskText = document.getElementById(‘interpretation’).textContent; doc.text(‘Summary:’, 20, yPos); yPos += 7; // Split long text into multiple lines const splitText = doc.splitTextToSize(riskText, 170); doc.text(splitText, 20, yPos); yPos += splitText.length * 7 + 10; // Recommendations doc.setFontSize(14); doc.text(‘Recommendations’, 20, yPos); yPos += 10; doc.setFontSize(10); const recommendations = document.getElementById(‘recommendations’).innerText; const splitRecs = doc.splitTextToSize(recommendations, 170); doc.text(splitRecs, 20, yPos); // Footer doc.setFontSize(8); doc.setTextColor(100, 100, 100); doc.text(‘This report was generated by Doseway Breast Cancer Risk Calculator’, 105, 285, { align: ‘center’ }); doc.text(‘For questions, contact: support@doseway.com | WhatsApp: +92318-6144650’, 105, 290, { align: ‘center’ }); doc.text(‘Website: https://doseway.com/’, 105, 295, { align: ‘center’ }); // Save the PDF doc.save(`Breast_Cancer_Risk_Assessment_${document.getElementById(‘name’).value || ‘Report’}.pdf`); }function shareResult(platform) { const score = document.querySelector(‘#riskLevel h3’).textContent; const riskDesc = document.getElementById(‘interpretation’).textContent.substring(0, 100) + ‘…’; const text = `My Breast Cancer Risk Assessment: ${score} – ${riskDesc} Assess your risk at Doseway`; const url = encodeURIComponent(‘https://doseway.com/breast-cancer-risk-calculator’); const shareUrls = { facebook: `https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=${url}&quote=${encodeURIComponent(text)}`, twitter: `https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=${encodeURIComponent(text)}&url=${url}`, linkedin: `https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=${url}&title=${encodeURIComponent(‘My Breast Cancer Risk Assessment’)}&summary=${encodeURIComponent(text)}`, whatsapp: `https://api.whatsapp.com/send?text=${encodeURIComponent(text + ‘ ‘ + url)}` }; window.open(shareUrls[platform], ‘_blank’, ‘width=600,height=400’); }// Initialize PDF button document.getElementById(‘pdfBtn’).addEventListener(‘click’, generatePDF);

Try More Free Tools:

Breast Cancer Risk Calculator

Breast-Cancer-Risk-Calculator
Breast-Cancer-Risk-Calculator

Breast Cancer Risk Calculator

Breast cancer remains one of the most prevalent cancers globally, affecting 1 in 8 women during their lifetime. Early risk assessment is critical for proactive health management. Our Free Breast Cancer Risk Calculator combines medical research and clinical parameters to provide personalized insights. Below, we break down how this tool works, the key terms involved, and how to interpret your results.

What Is Breast Cancer Risk?

Breast cancer risk refers to the likelihood of developing malignant tumors in breast tissue over a specific period. Genetic, hormonal, and lifestyle factors influence this risk.

Key Terms to Understand:

  • BRCA1/BRCA2 Genes: Genetic mutations linked to hereditary breast cancer.
  • Menarche: Age at first menstruation (early onset increases risk).
  • BMI (Body Mass Index): Higher BMI correlates with elevated estrogen levels, a risk factor.
  • First-Degree Relative: Immediate family members (mother, sister) with breast cancer.
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Long-term use may increase risk.

How the Breast Cancer Risk Calculator Works

Our tool uses clinically validated parameters to estimate your 5-year and lifetime risk. Here’s what it evaluates:

1. Demographic Factors

  • Age: The risk increases with age, peaking at 50–70 years.
  • Gender: Women have a higher risk, but men can develop breast cancer too.

2. Genetic & Family History

  • Family history of breast/ovarian cancer.
  • Known BRCA1/BRCA2 mutations.

3. Reproductive Health

  • Age at first menstruation (≤12 years = higher risk).
  • Age at first childbirth (≥30 years = higher risk).

4. Lifestyle Metrics

  • BMI: Obesity increases estrogen production.
  • Alcohol consumption and physical activity levels.

Interpreting Your Results

The calculator generates a color-coded risk score:

Risk LevelScore RangeRecommendations
Low0–10Regular screenings, healthy lifestyle
Moderate11–20Genetic counseling, increased screenings
High21+Specialist consultation, preventive measures
Table: Interpreting Your Results

Key Metrics in Your Report:

  • Lifetime Risk Percentage: Compared to average population risk (12.5%).
  • Risk Contributors: Visual breakdown of factors (e.g., genetics = 30%, lifestyle = 50%).

Why Early Risk Assessment Matters

  • Early Detection: 90% survival rate when caught at Stage I.
  • Preventive Measures:
    • Prophylactic surgeries for high-risk patients.
    • Lifestyle modifications (diet, exercise).
  • Tailored Screening: MRI/mammogram frequency based on risk level.

Take Control of Your Health

Use our Free Breast Cancer Risk Calculator to:

  • Identify modifiable risk factors.
  • Schedule targeted screenings.
  • Create a prevention plan with your doctor.

FAQs

How accurate is this calculator?

It’s based on the Gail Model and Tyrer-Cuzick Algorithm, validated in clinical studies.

Can men use this tool?

Yes, though male breast cancer accounts for only 1% of cases.

Does a high score mean I’ll get cancer?

No—it highlights elevated risk, not a diagnosis.

Add a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *