In Islam, it is traditional for a person to make a specific Duaa, or supplication, upon sneezing. This practice is based on the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, who is reported to have said that sneezing is a sign of the expulsion of Satan from the body.
When a person sneezes, it is customary for them to say “Alhamdulillah,” which means “Praise be to God.” This is a way for the person to express their gratitude to God for removing Satan from their body. It is also traditional for the person who sneezes to ask God to have mercy on them, by saying “Astaghfirullah,” which means “I seek forgiveness from God.”
It is also customary for those around the person who sneezed to say “Yarhamuk Allah,” which means “May God have mercy on you.” This is a way for the other people to show their support and concern for the person who sneezed, and to ask God to bless and protect them.
Making Duaa upon sneezing is a way for Muslims to express their faith and their reliance on God. It is also a way for Muslims to acknowledge the power of God and His role in their lives. By making Duaa upon sneezing, Muslims are able to strengthen their connection with God and seek His guidance and protection.
Dua Upon Sneezing in Arabic
اَلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ
Dua Upon Sneezing in English Transcription
Alhamdu lillaahi
Dua Upon Sneezing in English
All praise is for Allah.
Al-Bukhar 7:125
All you need to know about sneezing
Overview
Sneezing helps your body eliminate irritants from the nose and throat. A sneeze is a powerful and involuntary expulsion of air. Sneezing often occurs suddenly and without warning. Another name for sneezing is sternutation.
Although this symptom can be quite annoying, it is not usually the result of a serious health problem.
What makes you sneeze?
Part of the job of your nose is to purify the air you breathe, making sure it contains no dirt or bacteria. In most cases, your nose traps dust and bacteria in the mucus. Your stomach then digests mucus, which neutralizes potentially dangerous invaders.
Sometimes, however, dirt and debris can enter your nose and irritate sensitive mucous membranes inside your nose and throat. When these membranes get irritated, you sneeze.
Sneezing can be triggered by a variety of things, including:
allergens
viruses, such as colds or flu
nasal irritants
inhalation of nasal corticosteroids
medicated withdrawal
The allergies
Allergies are an extremely common condition caused by your body’s reaction to foreign organisms. Under normal circumstances, your body’s immune system protects you from harmful invaders such as pathogenic bacteria.
If you have allergies, your body’s immune system identifies generally harmless organisms as threats. Allergies can make you sneeze when your body tries to expel these organisms.
Infections
Infections caused by viruses such as colds and flu can also make you sneeze. There are more than 200 different viruses that can cause colds. However, most colds are the result of rhinovirus.
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Less common causes
Other less common causes of sneezing include:
trauma to the nose
withdrawal of certain drugs, such as opioid narcotics
inhale irritants, including dust and pepper
breathe cold air
Nasal sprays containing a corticosteroid reduce inflammation of the nasal passages and the frequency of sneezing. Allergy sufferers often use these aerosols.
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How to treat sneezing at home
One of the best ways to avoid sneezing is to avoid the factors that make you sneeze. You can also make some simple changes to your home to reduce irritants.
Change the filters in your furnace so that the filtration system in your home is working properly. If you have lost pets, you can consider cutting them or removing them from the house if their fur bother you too much.
You can eliminate dust mites on sheets and other linens by washing them in hot water or at a temperature above 54.4 ° C. You can also decide to buy an air filtration machine to purify the air of your home.
In extreme cases, you may need to have your home checked for mold spores that may be causing your sneezing. If mold is infesting your home, you may need to move.
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Treat the underlying causes of sneezing
If your sneezes are the result of allergies or infections, you and your doctor can work together to address the cause and solve them.
If an allergy is the cause of your sneezing, your first step will be to avoid known allergens. Your doctor will teach you how to recognize these allergens so that you know how to stay away.
Over-the-counter and prescription medications called antihistamines are also available to relieve your symptoms. Loratadine (Claritin) and Cetirizine (Zyrtec) are some of the most common anti-allergic medicines.
If you have severe allergies, your doctor may recommend that you receive allergy shots. Allergy vaccines contain purified allergen extracts. Exposing your body to allergens in small, controlled doses helps your body no longer react to allergens.
If you have an infection, such as colds or flu, your treatment options are more limited. Currently, no antibiotic is effective in treating the viruses that cause colds and flu.
You can use a nasal spray to relieve a clogged or runny nose, or take an antiviral medication to speed up your recovery time if you have the flu. You should rest and drink plenty of fluids to help your body recover faster.
