Is it permissible to fast or partially fast in my medical condition
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Question
I have undergone 8 catheterizations of the heart arteries with stents, and I am taking Plavix and aspirin. Additionally, I have low hemoglobin of 9 and am being treated with Binocrit injections to raise the hemoglobin, which could, God forbid, cause clots. Can I fast on Tisha B'Av or partially?
Answer
Hello
In this condition, fasting is not allowed.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 554, סעיף 6
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