Will a gynecology exam involving a vaginal ultrasound break my fast during Ramadan? It is for medical purposes.
Question
I have been trying to get pregnant for over one year now and am undergoing infertility testing. The vaginal ultrasound tracks my ovulation cycle, but it involves inserting a long wand into my vagina. The testing will run into Ramadan this cycle. Should I wait until after Ramadan to resume testing?
Answer
The infertility testing through vaginal ultra sound does not invalidate the fast.
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Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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