During Ramadan, Muslims fast between sunrise and sunset, not consuming food or drink. However, when a woman is menstruating she cannot fast. But despite this, some women feel they cannot be open about their periods with male members of their family.

What happens if I get my period during fasting?

However, when a woman has her period, the way she observes Ramadan changes. Menstruation temporarily releases a woman from a variety of religious duties that are otherwise considered obligatory, including ritual prayers, whether or not it's during Ramadan.

Is your fast broken if you bleed?

Do nose bleeds invalidate a fast? No, and if this happens patients do not have to make any fasts up. The fast can only become invalid if such a large amount of bleeding occurs and the patient swallows it.