Health

May 18, 2026 4 mins

How to Handle Wudu Doubts When You Have a Chronic Condition?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question How should I deal with constant doubts about wudu due to medical issues at my age? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah make matters easy for you and grant you complete healing. Doubts about wudu in the context of medical conditions fall into […]
May 16, 2026 3 mins

Can I Skip Fasting for an IVF Embryo Transfer?

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I delayed IVF for years due to gynecological issues, including surgery and pre-cancerous cells. I used a Mirena coil to reverse these conditions, suppress fibroids, and treat adenomyosis. With a clear biopsy, I can proceed once the coil is removed. The removal coincides with Ramadan and requires a full […]
May 16, 2026 3 mins

Can a Sweetener That Converts into Ethanol After Digestion Be Used?

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I have a question about FOS (Fructooligosaccharides), a dietary fiber from plants like dates, raisins, and cane sugar. When consumed, FOS is fermented by gut bacteria in the large intestine. Some bacteria, including Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus fermentum, produce ethanol as a byproduct, increasing intestinal ethanol levels. My question is […]
May 16, 2026 3 mins

Can I Combine Prayers Due to IBS and Pregnancy Fatigue?

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I’d like to ask about combining prayers. I have IBS, which causes frequent bathroom visits, especially before prayers, taking about 30 minutes, and exhausting me. I’m pregnant, increasing bladder pressure and making prayer preparation—using the bathroom and ablution—mentally and physically tiring. Previously, my menstrual cycle gave me a prayer […]
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