Can a husband do mastrubation to save himself from bigger sin

Nabi (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) has prohibited us from masturbation. This prohibition is for all times and for all ages of men. The young men have more desire than a married man, however, they too are included in this prohibition.

Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) informed the Shabaab (young men) that if they do not have the means to get married, then they should fast. Fasting will reduce the desire in a man. Thus, the man will be able to control himself till he gets married. In your case, till the problem can be solved with your wife. Allah Ta'ala states that you should say to the believing men that they should lower their gazes and protect the chastity. That is more purer for them, and Allah knows that what you are doing.

There is a definite need to resolve the problem with the wife. She may have a medical problem or an emotional problem or even a mental problem. Try to resolve this. May Allah Ta'ala make it easy for you to be patient and understanding and may Allah open the door in resolving your problem, Aameen.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai