THE PILLARS OF ISLAM - Mouassa Islamic association

The menstruation period starts with the first drop of blood,
and it is obligatory to perform Ghusl (taking a bath in a
specific manner that will be explained later) after the
bleeding ceases, taking in account that the periods in
which bleeding stops during the menstruation period are
part of the menses.
Istihâdah:
It is the bleeding from the woman‟s vagina that occurs
during times other than the menstruation or parturition
periods, before reaching the adult age, or after menopause.
It also includes any bleeding that is beyond the maximum
period for menstruation or parturition, or less than the
minimum period.
Istihâdah nullifies ablution and does not require Ghusl. In
case of Istihâdah the woman should follow the rules of the
Wudû‟ Al-Ma„dhûr previously explained.
Parturition:
It is bleeding from the woman‟s vagina after miscarriage,
at the time of delivery and after it or shortly before it. Its
shortest period is a moment; while its maximum is 60
days. If bleeding continues after this period, it is
considered Istihâdah. It is to be noted that the periods in
which bleeding ceases during parturition are considered
parturition unless it exceeds 15 days, and it is obligatory to
perform Ghusl after bleeding stops completely.
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