A mononucleosis patient on Tisha B'Av
Question
For someone who had mononucleosis and is still weak (no fever, just weakness), is it necessary to fast on Tisha B'Av?
Answer
Shalom!
He should not fast.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, section Orach Chaim , chapter 554, paragraph 6
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