My physiology professor told our class to never donate, especially at our age group (18-23). His presentation included some of the complications listed in the article. However, his reasoning was straightforward: Assuming a long lifespan, if you are in the position with your only kidney failing, you're screwed.
He was speaking generally of course. Not every situation has an easy solution and Poulson took a noble route, albeit when he was young and not fully informed. I have heard med students suffering from slight paranoia because they learn all kinds of diseases and their symptoms (as another comment has stated). I wish all the best to Poulson.
He was speaking generally of course. Not every situation has an easy solution and Poulson took a noble route, albeit when he was young and not fully informed. I have heard med students suffering from slight paranoia because they learn all kinds of diseases and their symptoms (as another comment has stated). I wish all the best to Poulson.