Tisha B'Av after Stomach Surgery

Fasting for an ill person

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Question

Hello, I underwent a mini gastric bypass surgery a month and a half ago, and the doctors forbid fasting due to the risk of ulcers and stomach adhesions. I also cannot prepare my body for fasting as the amounts I can eat and drink are very small. Should I fast on Tisha B'Av?

Answer

Hello 

According to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi David Fried, shlita:

In this situation, you should not fast. 

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 554, Se'if 6

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