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function calculateCardiacRisk() {
var age = parseFloat(document.getElementById("age").value);
var gender = document.getElementById("gender").value;
var totalCholesterol = parseFloat(document.getElementById("totalCholesterol").value);
var hdlCholesterol = parseFloat(document.getElementById("hdlCholesterol").value);
var systolicBP = parseFloat(document.getElementById("systolicBP").value);
var smokingStatus = document.getElementById("smokingStatus").value;
var diabetesStatus = document.getElementById("diabetesStatus").value;
var hypertensionMedication = document.getElementById("hypertensionMedication").value;
var resultDiv = document.getElementById("result");
var totalScore = 0;
var messages = [];
// Input validation
if (isNaN(age) || age 100) {
resultDiv.innerHTML = "Please enter a valid age between 18 and 100.";
return;
}
if (isNaN(totalCholesterol) || totalCholesterol 400) {
resultDiv.innerHTML = "Please enter a valid Total Cholesterol (100-400 mg/dL).";
return;
}
if (isNaN(hdlCholesterol) || hdlCholesterol 100) {
resultDiv.innerHTML = "Please enter a valid HDL Cholesterol (20-100 mg/dL).";
return;
}
if (isNaN(systolicBP) || systolicBP 200) {
resultDiv.innerHTML = "Please enter a valid Systolic Blood Pressure (80-200 mmHg).";
return;
}
// Age points
if (age >= 70) {
totalScore += 4;
messages.push("Age (70+ years): +4 points");
} else if (age >= 60) {
totalScore += 3;
messages.push("Age (60-69 years): +3 points");
} else if (age >= 50) {
totalScore += 2;
messages.push("Age (50-59 years): +2 points");
} else if (age >= 40) {
totalScore += 1;
messages.push("Age (40-49 years): +1 point");
} else {
messages.push("Age (= 240) {
totalScore += 2;
messages.push("Total Cholesterol (>=240 mg/dL): +2 points");
} else if (totalCholesterol >= 200) {
totalScore += 1;
messages.push("Total Cholesterol (200-239 mg/dL): +1 point");
} else {
messages.push("Total Cholesterol (<200 mg/dL): +0 points");
}
// HDL Cholesterol points
if (hdlCholesterol < 40) {
totalScore += 2;
messages.push("HDL Cholesterol (<40 mg/dL): +2 points");
} else if (hdlCholesterol =60 mg/dL): +0 points");
}
// Systolic Blood Pressure points
if (systolicBP >= 160) {
totalScore += 4;
messages.push("Systolic BP (>=160 mmHg): +4 points");
} else if (systolicBP >= 140) {
totalScore += 3;
messages.push("Systolic BP (140-159 mmHg): +3 points");
} else if (systolicBP >= 130) {
totalScore += 2;
messages.push("Systolic BP (130-139 mmHg): +2 points");
} else if (systolicBP >= 120) {
totalScore += 1;
messages.push("Systolic BP (120-129 mmHg): +1 point");
} else {
messages.push("Systolic BP (<120 mmHg): +0 points");
}
// Smoking Status points
if (smokingStatus === "yes") {
totalScore += 3;
messages.push("Smoking Status (Yes): +3 points");
} else {
messages.push("Smoking Status (No): +0 points");
}
// Diabetes Status points
if (diabetesStatus === "yes") {
totalScore += 3;
messages.push("Diabetes (Yes): +3 points");
} else {
messages.push("Diabetes (No): +0 points");
}
// Hypertension Medication points
if (hypertensionMedication === "yes") {
totalScore += 1;
messages.push("On Hypertension Medication (Yes): +1 point");
} else {
messages.push("On Hypertension Medication (No): +0 points");
}
var riskCategory = "";
var riskColor = "";
if (totalScore <= 5) {
riskCategory = "Low Risk";
riskColor = "#28a745"; // Green
} else if (totalScore <= 10) {
riskCategory = "Moderate Risk";
riskColor = "#ffc107"; // Yellow
} else if (totalScore <= 15) {
riskCategory = "High Risk";
riskColor = "#fd7e14"; // Orange
} else {
riskCategory = "Very High Risk";
riskColor = "#dc3545"; // Red
}
var detailedMessages = "Cardiac Risk Factor Calculator
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Disclaimer: This calculator provides a simplified estimate of cardiac risk based on common factors and is NOT a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for any health concerns.
Understanding Cardiac Risk Factors
Cardiac risk factors are conditions, habits, or characteristics that increase an individual's likelihood of developing heart disease, including heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular problems. While some factors like age and genetics are beyond our control, many others can be managed or modified through lifestyle changes and medical interventions.
Why Calculate Your Risk?
Knowing your cardiac risk factors is the first step towards prevention. By understanding which factors apply to you, you can work with your healthcare provider to develop a personalized plan to reduce your risk. Early identification and management can significantly improve long-term heart health outcomes.
Key Cardiac Risk Factors Explained:
- Age: The risk of heart disease increases with age. For men, the risk significantly rises after age 45; for women, it increases after age 55 (or after menopause).
- Gender: Men generally have a higher risk of heart disease earlier in life than women. However, women's risk increases after menopause and can eventually equal or exceed that of men.
- Cholesterol Levels:
- Total Cholesterol: High levels can lead to plaque buildup in arteries.
- HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein) Cholesterol: Often called "good" cholesterol, higher levels are protective. Low HDL is a risk factor.
- Blood Pressure: High blood pressure (hypertension) damages arteries over time, making them more susceptible to plaque buildup and narrowing.
- Smoking: Smoking is one of the most significant preventable risk factors. It damages blood vessels, reduces oxygen to the heart, and increases blood clotting.
- Diabetes: High blood sugar levels from diabetes can damage blood vessels and nerves that control the heart, significantly increasing the risk of heart disease.
- Hypertension Medication: Being on medication for high blood pressure indicates a history of hypertension, which is a risk factor even if the blood pressure is currently controlled.
How to Reduce Your Cardiac Risk:
Many risk factors can be improved through lifestyle modifications:
- Adopt a heart-healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins.
- Engage in regular physical activity (e.g., 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week).
- Maintain a healthy weight.
- Quit smoking.
- Manage stress effectively.
- Limit alcohol intake.
- Regularly monitor blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels, and follow your doctor's recommendations.
This calculator is designed to give you a general idea of your risk based on the inputs provided. For a comprehensive assessment and personalized advice, please consult with your doctor.
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