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I’ve been told that you should not cover your mouth while sneezing. I have found this difficult at times in certain places eg. the library.
It is not prohibited to cover the mouth during sneezing.
and Allah Ta’ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
FATWA DEPT.
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