What is the ruling on removing varicose veins in the legs that cause disfigurement to the leg's appearance; is this considered altering Allah's creation, or is it impermissible to remove them with a laser?
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If the aforementioned matters cause pain, harm, or disfigurement, then there is no objection to their removal. However, if they do not cause harm, but rather the intention behind them is to increase beauty and alter Allah's creation, then that is not permissible.
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