Ta'anit Esther – Diabetes
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Question
Shalom and blessings,
I have type 2 diabetes, and I am being treated with a pill and a weekly injection. Until now I have gone through all the fasts without any problem.
Today I asked my doctor whether I am allowed to fast on Ta'anit Esther, and he said that because of the high level of sugar in my blood he recommends that I drink.
What is the rabbi's opinion?
I have type 2 diabetes, and I am being treated with a pill and a weekly injection. Until now I have gone through all the fasts without any problem.
Today I asked my doctor whether I am allowed to fast on Ta'anit Esther, and he said that because of the high level of sugar in my blood he recommends that I drink.
What is the rabbi's opinion?
Answer
Shalom and blessings.
Any sick person, even with a minor illness, is not required to fast on Ta'anit Esther.
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