Is it permissible for a woman to go to a male doctor to examine gynecological conditions that necessitate seeing and touching the private parts to diagnose bleeding, and is this act considered adultery in light of the intention of treatment and the unavailability of sufficiently experienced female doctors?
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If it is possible for a woman to be treated by a female doctor, it is not permissible for her to go to a male doctor, especially if it necessitates uncovering the major 'awrah. However, if no female doctor is available, and refraining from treatment would result in harm, then it is permissible for a male doctor to treat the woman, and to look at and touch what is necessary for the treatment, even if it is the private parts. This is on condition that he does not seclude himself with her, and that his gaze is restricted only to the area of need, and that this takes place in the presence of a , her husband, or a trustworthy woman.
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