Written Fatwa

Is it permissible to have genital aesthetics for medical treatment?

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08.10.2021

The part of my genital area called the clitoris protrudes about 2 cm. It drains from there while I urinate. Sometimes it sticks to my underwear. Is it a religious problem to have that part removed by surgery? This operation is within the scope of genital aesthetics. I can't be sure because the word aesthetic is mentioned.

Get well soon, may Allah bless you. We are sending you this e-mail after consulting with more than one Muslim doctor who is an obstetrician about the sensitive issue you mentioned. The findings of the doctors were as follows; The patient should be examined and evaluated for any abnormality. If the patient wants an operation because she feels uncomfortable, it is called aesthetics. However, if there is an abnormality, it is necessary to treat it with surgery. In this case, our advice to you is to go to a Muslim and reliable female doctor. The decision should be made based on the examination. May Allah be with you.

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