Is it permissible for a woman to publicly discuss menstruation, or saying that she is on periods, such as on social media posts? Some call it immodest, others argue for transparency, so what is the right approach?
Yes it is not only permissible to publicly discuss menstruation but even necessary in some situations to inform those who are concerned. Allah, The Glorious Has mentioned menstruation in Quran and responded to questions about menstruation which were been asked from the Prophet (SAWA)(Sura 2, verse 222). When Allah Mentioned menstruation in Quran, and the Prophet mentioned menstruation in many Hadeeths, this means that it is useful and necessary to know certain facts and rules about menstruation. Some cultures put taboo on this subject and think that it should not be mentioned. They even look down to the female during her menstruation and ill treat her. Such cultural thoughts are away from Islamic teachings and we should try to change such cultures to make it more Islamic.
'Menstruation has many rules which must be known to every female and even married men also need to know many rules of menstruation and how to treat wife during menstruation.
'Such facts and rules are necessary to be known and there is no meaning to put taboo on publicly discussing it.
'Wassalam.
