What is the ruling regarding a husband's refusal to pay for his wife's medical treatment, claiming he is not obligated to do so, while she is in dire need of treatment and her health is deteriorating?
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We recommend being diligent in supplication (Du'a) and lawful .
The expense of a wife's treatment is not obligatory upon the husband according to the majority of scholars, but this should not be a justification for him not to help his wife. He must treat her well and be kind to her. If she is unable to serve herself, he must provide a servant for her. We recommend patience and advising the husband.
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