so take what the Messenger gives you, and whatever he forbids you, abstain from it.’ (al-Hashr 59:7).

Second: In the case of a person whose body exhibits both male and female characteristics, one looks to whichever trait predominates. If the dominant aspect is male, it is permissible to treat him medically so as to eliminate the feminine ambiguity—whether through surgery or hormones—because the purpose of such treatment is to cure a disorder, not to alter Allah’s creation.

May Allah’s blessings and peace be upon our master Muhammad, his family, and his Companions in abundant measure, and all praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds.