Fasting in Ramadan for a Valid Excuse

Question
Question: I am a PhD student, and I have my thesis defense during Ramadan. I have multiple health issues related to my stomach, intestines, and irritable bowel syndrome. When I exert effort in speaking and get tired, I cannot focus and continue speaking. Is it permissible for me to break my fast on the day of the defense? What is the mechanism for making up the fast?
Answer
I say, and with God's success: This is not an excuse to abandon fasting, so it is not permissible for you to break your fast, and God knows best.
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