UAE Ramadan: COVID-19 patients must consult doctors before fasting

  • Date: 11-Apr-2021
  • Source: Zawya
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  • Country:UAE
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UAE Ramadan: COVID-19 patients must consult doctors before fasting

Covid-19 patients must consult physicians before Ramadan fasting and only asymptomatic patients should undertake religious abstinence, doctors told Khaleej Times.Ramadan in the UAE is likely to begin on April 13 and this year marks the second Holy Month amid a pandemic.He explained, “There is no evidence during the pandemic to suggest adverse effect from fasting on asymptomatic healthy individuals who have previously fasted safely. However, they must be self-aware, and, if they develop any symptoms or changes in physical condition, they should discuss it with a doctor.”Dr Shafeeq stated those who belong to a moderate or severe category of Covid-19 patients or those who have fever and prolonged illness secondary to Covid-19 risk becoming severely dehydrated if they fast. “They are also at the risk of sudden acute deterioration. As such these patients should not fast, or cease fasting, and ensure adequate hydration,” he added.‘Covid-19 patients need hydration'Dr Ali Anwar Mohammed, a specialist pulmonologist at Prime Medical Center, Burjuman branch agreed, “It is not advised to fast while suffering from Covid-19. For quick recovery, one has to hydrate themselves, proper nutrition and rest is required. The impact of Covid-19 will reduce the immunity and lead to considerable weakness which can