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Cousin marriage

Will there be any problem for the children if i marry my cousin who is the daughter of my first uncle?
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4851940 tn?1515694593
Incest is sexual activity between close family members who are not legally by law allowed to marry (siblings, parents and children).

In most countries as 1st cousins are allowed to marry, then sexual activity between them would not be classed as incest.

The law varies in different countries and in different cultures as to the marriage of 1st cousins.
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5963969 tn?1377549602
There is always possibilities when blood relatives procreate (incest). But my husband has 2 first cousins that married and had 3 kids that were healthy. But you have to think if there's a question than its probably not smart. Is the selfishness worth channeling the health/life of a human being?. I know . My opinion, good luck!
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4851940 tn?1515694593
There may possibly be a high risk of deformity, but a less risk of miscarriage.  

It would be wise to seek medical advice with regard to your genetics as regards any abnormalities that may be passed on to the children.

Although a lot of people do not agree to first cousin marriages, it is not illegal.

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Do you mean will there be a problem with your children? Like potential children, or the children you already have? I mean... I heard that marrying your 1st or 2nd cousins will cause issues with potential children due to genetics since they are similar between you and the person you will be marrying. I also heard from 3rd cousin on children should be fine... Maybe ask a doctor.
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