It’s not a touch of the genie

RIYADH: Neurologist Fawzia Ba-Mogdam, who specializes in epilepsy and sleep disorders, disagrees with the layman’s understanding that epilepsy is caused by jinni (spirits) and should be treated with recitations from the Holy Qur’an rather than medication. Contrary to the advice given by some religious scholars, epilepsy is a physical condition that should be treated with the help of medical science.

In a seminar organized by King Fahd Medical City under the title “Religious and Medical Viewpoints of Epilepsy,” Ba-Mogdam explained that epilepsy is a medical condition due to excessive neurological activity in the brain, which can cause seizures.

“Believing in the power of Qur’an is not negotiable,” she said. “It surely heals, and it is a part of our daily lives. Spiritual healing is very important, but medical treatment should accompany it. Epilepsy is a medical condition that needs to be controlled.”

The specialist said there is general and partial epilepsy: the former affects the entire body while the latter only attacks parts of the body or functions, like speech.

Did you know that the magnetic field over Mecca is almost zero. It is the perfect place on Earth. They therefore want Genich Time to be moved to Mecca time. Sure, more islamic science.