Can Those With Kidney Stones Fast During Ramadan?

Can Those With Kidney Stones Fast During Ramadan?

The risk of kidney stone formation increases with prolonged periods without fluid intake, making fasting even more challenging for individuals with kidney stones or those who frequently pass kidney stones. Because doctors generally recommend that their patients drink plenty of water frequently when passing kidney stones, they usually advise their patients not to fast. During Ramadan, when the weather is very hot and you experience fluid loss due to intense sweating, staying without water for 15 hours will trigger your condition.

What Should Those Who Cannot Fast Do?

If you cannot fast due to kidney stones, meaning there is a health problem or necessity, what you should do is either make up for the missed fasts after passing the kidney stones or, if you are in the risk group for new stone formation, pay the fidya (redemption payment) to clear this obligation.