Medical Issues

What should I do if I cannot fast due to illness?

Due to illness, I cannot fast. Would I be responsible to pay Kaffarah and make up the fasting days I...

Is it permissible to remove hijab for surgery?

I will have to remove my hijab for surgery, is this permissible? If you can request a female doctor to...

Can I fast with diabetes?

Is it obligatory on the part of a diabetic person to fast in Ramadan? If his sickness causes him harm,...

Are eye drops permissible while fasting?

I am 62 years old and have been suffering from glaucoma in both eyes since last couple of years. My...

What do I do if I cannot fast due to medical reasons?

What is the Kuffara for not fasting due to age or permanent medical reasons like Diabetes etc. It is fidyah...