What is the ruling on using perfume when needed for shortness of breath during Ihram, and would this invalidate the 'Umrah?
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The scholars are unanimous in prohibiting a pilgrim in the state of from using perfume, based on the Prophet's (peace and blessings be upon him) statement regarding the pilgrim who died: "Do not touch him with perfume," and in another narration: "Do not embalm him."
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