What is the ruling on a woman seeking treatment from a male doctor?
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Question:
This questioner, Saham from Syria, says: It has been five years since my marriage, and I have not been blessed with a child. I have sought treatment many times from female doctors, but I have not benefited from anything. Is it permissible for me to seek treatment from a male doctor? Please guide us, may Allah reward you with good.
Answer:
Yes, there is nothing wrong with it if a female doctor who knows the ailment is not available. There is no barrier to treatment with men if they have a cure from those of expertise who know this type of disease. There is no blame in this matter with an experienced doctor known for treating women’s diseases and diseases of infertility. Yes.
This questioner, Saham from Syria, says: It has been five years since my marriage, and I have not been blessed with a child. I have sought treatment many times from female doctors, but I have not benefited from anything. Is it permissible for me to seek treatment from a male doctor? Please guide us, may Allah reward you with good.
Answer:
Yes, there is nothing wrong with it if a female doctor who knows the ailment is not available. There is no barrier to treatment with men if they have a cure from those of expertise who know this type of disease. There is no blame in this matter with an experienced doctor known for treating women’s diseases and diseases of infertility. Yes.
Source
binbaz.org.sa
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