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Astrology Lessons - Medical Astrology (Planets and Diseases)


While signs represent body parts, Planets represent the biological functions and the specific nature of diseases. If a planet is the lord of a Dusthana (6, 8, 12) or sits in those houses and is afflicted, it triggers the diseases related to its Karakatva (Signification).

Planet Common Diseases Associated
Sun (Surya) Heart problems, eye diseases (right eye), bone issues, low immunity, and fevers.
Moon (Chandra) Mental stress, depression, lungs, blood-related issues, left eye, and water-borne diseases.
Mars (Mars) Accidents, surgeries, blood pressure, marrow, burns, and muscular pain.
Mercury (Mercury) Nervous system disorders, skin diseases, stammering, and intestinal problems.
Jupiter (Jupiter) Diabetes, liver issues (Jaundice), obesity, high cholesterol, and cysts.
Venus (Venus) Kidney stones, reproductive disorders, hormone imbalances, and cataracts.
Saturn (Saturn) Chronic Diseases, Arthritis, Paralysis, dental issues, and gastric gas problems.
Rahu/Ketu Undiagnosed Diseases, cancer, viral fevers, food poisoning, and phobias.
Astrologer's Note: Diagnosis through astrology should always be used as a supplement to modern medicine. Astrological trends help in Precaution and early detection.



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