Partial Fast on the Tenth of Tevet

Sick, weak, giving birth, breastfeeding

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Question

I am taking a strong medication, and the doctor said that I should not fast because lack of drinking can be harmful in such a condition, and I need at least one and a half liters of drink per day. Now the question is, since I do not have a medical need for food, am I allowed to only drink, or am I also allowed to eat? And should I drink only the amount the doctor said, or is it permissible to drink more?

Answer

Shalom Rav and a speedy recovery

In all fasts except Yom Kippur, a sick person is exempt from fasting, and there is no need to refrain from eating or drinking even if neither is required for the illness, and there is also no limitation on the amount of food and drink.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Siman 550

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