Living donors are often family members or individuals with a compatible blood type. Deceased donors are individuals who have consented to organ donation, usually after a tragic event leading to brain death.

Recovery time varies, but most recipients spend about a week in the hospital and then continue recovery at home. It may take several weeks to months to resume normal activities fully.

Organ rejection occurs when the recipient's immune system recognizes the transplanted kidney as foreign. Immunosuppressive medications are prescribed to prevent rejection, and close monitoring helps detect and address rejection early.

Yes, many people lead normal, healthy lives post-transplant. However, they need to take medications, attend regular follow-ups, and maintain a healthy lifestyle to ensure the success of the transplant.

In some cases, a person can receive a kidney from a donor with a different blood type through desensitization techniques or paired exchange programs, but compatibility is generally preferred.

Individuals interested in becoming living kidney donors typically undergo thorough medical and psychological evaluations to ensure their compatibility and suitability for donation. Living donation is a voluntary and altruistic act that requires informed consent.