Medical treatment

Q: I have been diagnosed with gynecomastia, an abnormal condition where a male develops breast tissue. It is a very noticeable condition that has caused me great psychological and mental pain. I am constantly worried about hiding this from people to prevent the embarrassment and jokes. I am not overweight and have been to the doctor for this diagnosis. What is the ruling on using surgery to correct this? I am a religious person who does his best to abide by the rules of Allah. Please advise. I can provide further info if needed.

Q: If a person was born with one testicle, is it permissible to undergo an operation to insert a prosthetic testicle?

Q: What is "Hijama"? Is it mentioned in the Hadith?

Q: I have a skin condition on my face which I am suffering from for +/- 10 years. I have tried various treatments but the success is very short. I was told about a natural medication which I researched with good results. I completed 10 days of the course (so far good) before learning that the capsules are made from bovine gelatin. Is it possible to continue the medication? I do not wish to consume something that is not lawful and at the same time I want a cure to my skin condition.

Q:

1. Is it permissible to donate organs? For example, if a family member or a friend is in need of a kidney, are you allowed to donate your kidney?

2. Is it permissible to donate a body for medical research?

3. What is the Islamic ruling for donating blood?

4. If a family member is on a ventilation machine and there is no hope of recovery, is it permissible to disconnect it?

Q: I want to know if the plastic surgery is jaaiz? After giving birth to three children, my breasts have lost shape. One breast is bigger than the other. I feel so ashamed to come in front of my husband that I can't remove my clothes in front of him. I'm going through a tough time. 

Q: I want to find out if it is permissible to do artificial insemination?

Q: If one is to be given a death sentence by court, then can he give a consent for donation of his/her organs before or after death?

Q: I know that men can't wear gold jewellery. I just learnt from a Muslim herbalist that a Hindu from India called Vivek has advised the numerous health benefits of men wearing gold and it even is a cure for cancer. If this is true then could we Muslim men who have ailments wear gold jewellery.