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Fast of Tisha B'Av - Sensitive Intestines

Question

Hello, I would like to know what to do on Tisha B'Av as I am dealing with frequent bowel movements (sensitive intestines), resulting in weakness and low iron. What should I do during the fast?

Answer

Hello 

According to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi Amram Fried, shlita

fast only at night, and during the day eat and drink as usual.


Answered 11 August 2024 How answers are reviewed
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Smicha "Yoreh-Yoreh" (2012), Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
Orach Chaim, Yoreh Deah
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Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 554, Sif 6

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