Can i marry my second cousin?

[shiv149]

We are second cousins ,our great grandmother is same.Our parents are denying marriage telling that our relationship is that of a brother and sister.Am confused , seeking for an expert advice.

[AnnieBrooke]

From a genetic point of view, it is not considered dangerous.  First-cousin marriage is often prohibited, but not second-cousin marriage.  But as special says, doing so without family support will mean a long lifetime of bad relations or no relations with the family you love, and (depending on how much you love your family, of course) this might cause you long-term regret.  I had a cousin who married a cousin, and they actually waited until their fathers died to marry.  I thought that was sad also, but can see why they did.

[specialmom]

In some cultures this happens and is acceptable.  What does your culture say about second cousins?  However, I think a bigger problem is that you do not have family support.  Depending on how important that is for you, that could be the deal breaker.  good luck