Haidh and Nifaas (Definition and Duration)

Last updated on December 30th, 2025 at 06:00 am

Haidh

1. Haidh is the common blood which comes out of the front private path every month.

2. The minimum period of haidh is 3 days and 3 nights (72 hours).

3. The maximum duration of haidh is 10 days and 10 nights.

Nifaas

1. Nifaas is the blood which comes out of the front private path upon giving birth.

2. The maximum duration of nifaas is 40 days.

3. There is no minimum duration.

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