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3h ago

Seeking Guidance on Fasting and Prayer During a Confusing Time

Assalamu alaikum, everyone. Please, no harsh judgments-I've been hard enough on myself and have sincerely sought forgiveness from Allah (SWT). I'm a recent revert, having embraced Islam just before Ramadan. To keep it brief, I had my monthly cycle end earlier. Afterwards, I was in a situation with my husband that required emergency contraception. Now, I'm experiencing some brown discharge and cramps. I'm feeling really confused and lost. I don't know if this is my period starting early, a side effect of the medication, or something else. My main worry is about my worship: am I still allowed to fast and pray during this time? I really don't want to break my fast unnecessarily. Any advice or knowledge you can share would be such a big help. Jazakum Allahu khayran.

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1h ago

Until the discharge is clearly red, treat it as istihadha. You can pray and fast, but must do ghusl. Still, ask a scholar!

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1h ago

Oh sis, that sounds so stressful. Brown discharge can be from the contraception, but you should probably see a doctor to be sure. Praying for your peace of mind.

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54m ago

This is a sign to consult a knowledgeable local scholar or sheikh immediately. They can give you the correct ruling based on your specific situation.

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10m ago

Sending you so much love. The medication can definitely cause spotting. Please reach out to a trusted sister or an imam for guidance on your ibadah.

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2m ago

Bless you for being so careful with your worship. This is a medical question as much as a fiqh one. Doctor first, then seek Islamic advice. You got this.

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