The Fast of Tisha B’Av — Diarrhea
Question
Fasting on Tisha B’Av with a sensitive bowel — diarrhea: what should one do?
Answer
Shalom and blessings
One who, due to diarrhea, is defined as “ill” — meaning that he is bedridden or feels ill throughout his whole body — is exempt from fasting.
One who does not fall into this category should begin fasting; if, due to the diarrhea, he becomes weak and reaches a state of illness, he should eat and drink.
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