Taking birth control pills to prevent excessive bleeding
Question
If a woman bleeds over 15 days every month, is it jaiz for her to take birth control pills to stop the bleeding?
Answer
Yes, if it is for medical reasons.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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