Is it forbidden to scratch sensitive areas?
If scratching sensitive areas is for pleasure, then it is impermissible, and it is a form of masturbation, which is forbidden by Islamic law. However, if it is not for pleasure or a form of masturbation, then there is no sin in it, but it should be avoided in front of people to preserve one's dignity.
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