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Miscellaneous The Majlis Vol 28 No 03, p.2

A gravely sick person refuses medical treatment.

Question

A gravely sick person refuses medical treatment. If he dies as a result of this sickness will he be sinful?

Answer

He will not be sinful. Medical treatment is not waajib. It is only permissible.

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