General tips for performing Umrah in Ramadan:
- Ensure the cleanliness of the Ihram clothes, personal hygiene, and change clothes frequently.
- When sneezing or coughing, you should use a tissue.
- Be sure to wash hands before eating, after using the toilets, after sneezing or coughing, and when returning to the residence.
- Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and be sure to use light-colored umbrellas so as not to suffer from heat exhaustion.
- Don't overexert yourself, take a break.
- Make sure to drink enough fluids after iftar.
- Do not overeat at Iftar or Suhoor and be sure to eat food rich in nutrients (carbohydrates, protein, fats, vitamins, minerals).
- When you feel one of the symptoms of fatigue and fatigue, stop, and go to the nearest health point to help you.
Pregnant woman should:
- Consult a doctor before performing Umrah.
- Drink enough fluids.
- Avoid overcrowded places.
- Move the feet and avoid sitting for long periods; Especially when traveling by car or long flights.
- Take a break if you feel stressed.
- When you feel one of these symptoms, you should go to the nearest health point (abdominal cramps, bleeding, high temperature, headache).
- Make sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
- Using the means of assistance available in circumambulation and saa’i, such as electric vehicles.
- If you have gestational diabetes, stick to your medication.
Diabetics:
During Umrah, the pilgrim may suffer from hypoglycemia, ulcers in the feet, or skin exfoliation.
because of:
- Effort and exposure to heat.
- Changing the food system.
- Overcrowding.
Umrah during daylight of Ramadan
- Consult a doctor before going for Umrah.
- Keep your medications and insulin well.
- Make sure to take a piece of candy for low blood sugar.
- You should know the symptoms of high blood sugar, which are frequent urination, excessive thirst, frequent itching, non-healing of the wound, weight loss, stress and fatigue, and numbness in the extremities.
- You should know the symptoms of low blood sugar, which are sweating a lot, feeling hungry, trembling, pale color, dizziness and lack of concentration, heart palpitations, fainting, and convulsions.
- It is recommended to take a glucose meter to measure your blood sugar daily, and to carry a medical card.
- Drink enough fluids.
- Avoid exposure to the sun and use umbrellas to prevent sunstroke.
- Make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
- If you have a minor wound in the foot, follow these steps:
- Place a sterile pad or clean cloth over the wound and apply pressure.
- Change the bandage or tape daily.
`11.In the event of a deep wound or bleeding, you must go to the nearest healthcare center to help you.
Asthma patients:
Among the causes of shortness of breath: crowds, dust, and car exhausts.
- See a doctor before going for Umrah.
- Taking a bronchodilator before physical exertion.
- Carry a wristband showing patient data.
- Taking asthma inhalers.
- Rest and avoid crowding.
- Refer to the nearest medical service if the seizure does not respond to the first aid spray.
Umrah for the elderly:
- Consult a doctor in case of diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, etc.
- Take the necessary medicines and prepare them before performing the Umrah.
- The presence of an escort while performing the Umrah.
- Avoid crowds, stress and exposure to direct sunlight.
- Using the means of assistance available in circumambulation and saa’i, such as electric vehicles.