u/Live_District_1728

Hi everyone, I am an 18-year-old male, and I am seriously considering donating a kidney to my grandmother (she is on dialysis/needs a transplant).

I am in good health and planning to start university soon. However, my mother is completely against it because she is terrified it might affect my future, my health, or my ability to live a 100% normal life (like going to the gym, traveling, etc.).

For those who have donated:

How is your life now? Did it affect your energy or daily routine?

How did you deal with your family's fear and convince them?

How long did the recovery take before you could go back to your normal activities?

Thanks in advance!