Local Anesthesia

The Permanent Committee for Scholarly Research and Ifta

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Q 4: What is the ruling on local anesthesia in surgeries ?
A 4 : It is permissible due to the need for it, provided it does not affect the mind. And success is from Allah, and may Allah send prayers and blessings upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and his Companions.

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