let isVitaminDInNmol = false;function toggleUnits() { const vitaminDInput = document.getElementById(‘vitaminD’); isVitaminDInNmol = !isVitaminDInNmol; if(isVitaminDInNmol) { vitaminDInput.placeholder = “nmol/L”; vitaminDInput.value = vitaminDInput.value ? (parseFloat(vitaminDInput.value)*2.496).toFixed(1) : ”; } else { vitaminDInput.placeholder = “ng/mL”; vitaminDInput.value = vitaminDInput.value ? (parseFloat(vitaminDInput.value)/2.496).toFixed(1) : ”; } }function calculateRisk() { // Risk calculation algorithm let riskScore = 0; // Age factor const age = parseInt(document.getElementById(‘age’).value); riskScore += Math.max(0, (age – 30) * 0.5); // Skin type (1-6) const skinType = parseInt(document.getElementById(‘skinType’).value); riskScore += (7 – skinType) * 5; // Family history riskScore += parseInt(document.getElementById(‘familyHistory’).value) * 20; // UV exposure const uvExposure = parseInt(document.getElementById(‘uvExposure’).value); riskScore += uvExposure * 0.7; // Atypical moles const atypicalMoles = parseInt(document.getElementById(‘atypicalMoles’).value); riskScore += atypicalMoles * 4; // Sunburns riskScore += parseInt(document.getElementById(‘sunburns’).value) * 10; // Vitamin D conversion and scoring let vitaminD = parseFloat(document.getElementById(‘vitaminD’).value); if(isVitaminDInNmol) vitaminD = vitaminD / 2.496; if(vitaminD < 20) riskScore += 15; else if(vitaminD < 30) riskScore += 5;// Display results const results = document.getElementById('results'); results.style.display = 'block'; const riskLevel = document.getElementById('riskLevel'); const riskInterpretation = document.getElementById('riskInterpretation'); const indicator = document.getElementById('riskIndicator');let riskPercentage = Math.min(100, Math.max(0, (riskScore / 150) * 100)); indicator.style.left = `${riskPercentage}%`;if(riskScore < 50) { riskLevel.innerHTML = `Low Risk (Score: ${riskScore.toFixed(1)})`; riskLevel.style.color = var(–safe); riskInterpretation.textContent = "Regular self-exams recommended. Maintain sun protection measures."; } else if(riskScore { doc.text(factor, 20, yPos); yPos += 7; });// Footer doc.setFontSize(8); doc.text(“Doseway Health Analytics | support@doseway.com | +92318-6144650”, 15, 280); doc.save(‘melanoma-risk-report.pdf’); }function shareResult(platform) { const score = document.getElementById(‘riskLevel’).textContent; const url = encodeURIComponent(‘https://doseway.com/melanoma-risk’); const text = encodeURIComponent(`My melanoma risk assessment result: ${score} – Check yours at `); const urls = { facebook: `https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=${url}`, twitter: `https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=${text}${url}`, linkedin: `https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=${url}&title=${encodeURIComponent(‘Melanoma Risk Assessment’)}`, whatsapp: `https://api.whatsapp.com/send?text=${text}${url}` }; window.open(urls[platform], ‘_blank’); }// Initialize slider value display document.getElementById(‘uvExposure’).addEventListener(‘input’, function(e) { document.getElementById(‘uvValue’).textContent = `${e.target.value} hours`; });

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Melanoma Cancer Risk Calculator – Melanoma Skin Cancer Risk Calculator

Melanoma Cancer Risk Calculator: Understanding Your Skin Cancer Risk

Skin cancer remains one of the most common cancers globally, with melanoma accounting for the majority of skin cancer-related deaths. Early detection and risk assessment are critical for prevention. This article explains how our Free Melanoma Risk Calculator works, the factors it evaluates, and how to interpret your results.

What Is Melanoma?

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops in melanocytes, the cells responsible for skin pigmentation. Unlike non-melanoma skin cancers, melanoma can spread rapidly to other organs if untreated.

Key Terms to Know:

• UV Radiation: Ultraviolet rays from the sun or tanning beds that damage skin DNA.
• Atypical Moles: Irregularly shaped moles with higher malignant potential.
• Fitzpatrick Skin Type: A classification system (I-VI) for skin sensitivity to UV light.
• Dysplastic Nevi: Abnormal moles linked to increased melanoma risk.

How the Melanoma Cancer Risk Calculator Works

Our tool evaluates both genetic and environmental risk factors using clinically validated parameters:

Factors Analyzed:

• Demographic Data
  • Age (risk increases after 30)
  • Gender (men face higher mortality rates)
• Genetic Markers
  • Family history of melanoma
  • Number of atypical moles
• Environmental Risks
  • Weekly UV exposure hours
  • History of severe sunburns
• Biological Factors
  • Fitzpatrick skin type (I = highest risk)
  • Vitamin D levels (low levels correlate with higher risk)

Interpreting Your Results

The Melanoma Cancer Risk Calculator generates a risk score categorized into three levels:

1. Low Risk (0–50 Points)

• Interpretation: Minimal melanoma risk.
• Recommendations:
  • Monthly self-exams
  • Annual dermatologist visits
  • SPF 30+ sunscreen daily

2. Moderate Risk (51–100 Points)

• Interpretation: Elevated risk requiring vigilance.
• Recommendations:
  • Bi-annual dermatologist checks
  • Avoid peak sun hours (10 AM–4 PM)
  • Monitor mole changes with the ABCDE rule (Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolution)

3. High Risk (101–150 Points)

• Interpretation: Urgent medical consultation needed.
• Recommendations:
  • Full-body skin mapping
  • Genetic testing for CDKN2A mutations
  • Strict UV avoidance

Why Melanoma Risk Assessment Matters

Early detection improves 5-year survival rates from 27% (metastatic) to 99% (localized). Our calculator helps:

• Identify high-risk individuals
• Promote proactive screening
• Educate about prevention strategies

Fitzpatrick Skin Type Classification

Skin Type	Description	Melanoma Risk
I	Pale white, burns easily	Very High
II	White burns occasionally	High
III	Light brown, tans gradually	Moderate
IV–VI	Dark brown to black	Low

Prevention Strategies Based on Risk Level

• Low Risk: Focus on sun protection (UPF clothing, broad-spectrum sunscreen).
• Moderate Risk: Add vitamin D supplements and mole tracking apps.
• High Risk: Discuss chemoprevention (e.g., nicotinamide) with a dermatologist.

How to Use the Calculator

1. Enter demographic details (age, gender).
2. Provide skin type and family history.
3. Input UV exposure and mole count.
4. Review your risk score and personalized plan.

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