Are rare discharges after menstruation subject to the same ruling as continuous discharges before it? Does the water that comes out after istinja’ (cleansing after urinating or defecating) nullify wudu, especially if this causes hardship and increases whispers (waswasa)? How should one intend istighfar (seeking forgiveness) for a worldly purpose, and is it better to intend forgiveness of sins and seeking reward, then what is desired? What is the optimal number for istighfar, and is it necessary to feel the meaning when seeking forgiveness?

The difference between yellowish discharge (ṣufra) and vaginal secretions (ruṭūbāt al-farj) is clarified in Fatwa no. 121284. Yellowish discharge is considered menstruation if it occurs during the customary period or is continuous with blood. Vaginal discharge that remains on the outer surface (ẓāhir) and does not exit from within (dākhil) is pure (ṭāhir). However, it nullifies ablution (wuḍūʾ) if it exits from within. It is pure if it exits from the birth canal and impure (najis) if it exits from the urethra. The default ruling is purity when in doubt. One should ignore obsessive whispers (wasāwis). It is permissible to seek forgiveness (istighfār) with the intention of fulfilling worldly needs, though it is more complete to dedicate it purely for the sake of Allah. There is no specific limit for seeking forgiveness; the more one engages in it, the more complete it becomes. It is preferable for the heart to feel the meanings of seeking forgiveness and other ذكر (dhikr - remembrance of Allah).