Amputating an extra limb

· 13 Safar 1447 AH1 min readEnglish
MiscellaneousMedical treatmentCosmetic Surgery

Question

Is it permissible to intentionally get an extra limb amputated? Example: an extra finger or toe.

Answer

Yes, provided it does not cause any harm to the rest of the body.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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