Medical Astrology, called Iatrika Jyotisha in the Vedic tradition, is an ancient practice that analyses how celestial bodies impact human well-being. Just as traditional astrology uses planetary alignments to understand aspects like career, relationships, and wealth, medical astrology zeroes in on your health. It examines your body's inherent constitution, identifies potential disease vulnerabilities, and highlights your natural tendencies towards healing.

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Zodiac Signs,   Houses and Corresponding Body Parts:

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1st House Aries (Mesha) →   Head, Brain (Cerebrum), Muscular System of the Head

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2nd House Taurus (Vrishabha) →   Cerebellum (Lower Brain), Face, Eyes, Nose, Ears, Tongue, Throat, Thyroid Gland

 

3rd House Gemini (Mithuna) →   Neck, Shoulders, Arms, Bronchial Tubes, Chest Cavity of Lungs, Lungs

 

4th House Cancer (Karkataka) →   Chest/Breasts, Heart Cavity, Esophagus (Food Pipe), Stomach, Digestive Organs

 

5th House Leo (Simha) →   Heart, Arteries, Veins, Circulatory System, Solar Plexus, Spine, Spinal Cord

 

6th House Virgo (Kanya) →   Abdomen, Digestive System, Small & Large Intestines, Colon, Duodenum, Appendix

 

7th House Libra (Tula) →   Gallbladder, Kidneys, Liver, Bile Duct, Spleen, Pancreas, Uterus, Vasomotor System, Lower Spine, Skin

 

8th House Scorpio (Vrischika) →   Womb, Ovaries, Testicles, Genital Organs, Bladder, Prostate Gland, Rectum, Anus

 

9th House Sagittarius (Dhanus) →   Lower Back, Hip Bones, Buttocks, Thigh Muscles

 

10th House Capricorn (Makara) →   Thighs, Knees, Knee Joints, Skeletal System (Bones)

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11th House Aquarius (Kumbha) →   Calves, Ankles, Lower Legs

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12th House Pisces (Meena) →   Feet, Toes, Soles

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Diseases And Body Parts According to planets:

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Diseases and Body Parts Governed by the Sun

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The Heart and Circulatory System →    The Sun is the primary ruler of the heart.

 

The Spine and Back →   specifically the central part of the back.

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Bones →    the skeletal structure.

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The Right Eye (for males) or the Left Eye (for females), and general eyesight.

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The Stomach and general digestive fire (Agni).

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A weak or afflicted Sun can indicate a lack of vitality, Immunity chronic fatigue, heart problems, spinal issues, and eye problems. 

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Diseases and Body Parts Governed by the Moon

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Mental & Emotional Health (Governs the mind) →     Mental Health Disorders: Depression, anxiety, mood swings, mental instability, and neurological disorders.

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Bodily Fluids (Controls water/fluid balance, blood, plasma, and lymph) → Fluid Issues: Water retention (edema), swelling, and obesity.   

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Respiratory System (Associated with the chest and lungs) → Lung & Respiratory Diseases: Colds, asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, and tuberculosis (T.B.)

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Female Health (Linked to feminine energy and reproductive health) → Reproductive Issues: Irregular menstrual cycles, hormonal imbalances, and fertility complications.

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Other Physical Issues → Cysts and certain types of cancer (especially breast cancer, often in conjunction with Saturn).

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Eyes → Issues with the left eye, such as weak eyesight or eye infections

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Diseases and Body Parts Governed by the Mars

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Blood → Red blood cells (hemoglobin), blood disorders, and issues with blood circulation (e.g., high or low blood pressure, anemia).

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Muscles → Muscular system, physical strength, and vigor

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Bile → Issues related to bile and the Pitta dosha (in Vedic Astrology, Mars and the Sun are linked to the fire/Pitta element, governing metabolism and digestion).

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Head → the head, and sometimes the adrenal glands.

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Bone Marrow → the site of blood cell production

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Reproductive/Urinary System → Genitals, urinary tract, and the prostate gland.

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Wounds and Injuries → Cuts, bruises, burns, accidents, and injuries from weapons

 

Surgical Operations → Mars is often associated with the need for surgery

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Diseases and Body Parts Governed by the Mercury

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Nervous System and Brain → Mercury governs the central nervous system, general nerves, intellect, memory, and logical reasoning.

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Skin → it is often considered the primary ruler of the skin, which is a major sensory and communicative organ.

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Speech and Communication → Mercury rules the tongue, vocal organs, arms, hands, and overall capacity for speech, writing, and expression.

 

Respiratory System → it is associated with the Lung diseases, asthma, and chest issues and the bronchial tract.

 

Digestion → Mercury is also linked to the digestive process, including the small intestines and sometimes the navel region.

 

Diseases and Body Parts Governed by the Jupiter

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Liver → this is the most consistent and primary association. Jupiter's connection to growth and purification aligns with the liver's function of detoxification and metabolism.

 

Fat/Adipose Tissue → reflecting its nature of expansion and growth.

 

Pancreas → (often co-ruled with other planets or signs)

 

Growth → in the body, including the formation of tumors (due to uncontrolled cell growth or expansion) Circulation of Blood in the arteries

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Diabetes → other blood sugar/glycaemia problems, Obesity (excess body fat), Flatulence, Gastric issues, Chronic constipation, Hernia and Thighs and Hips

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Diseases and Body Parts Governed by the Venus

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Reproductive System → Sexual disorders, infertility, impotence, menstrual problems, ovarian cysts, PCOD/PCOS, diseases of uterus or semen-related problems

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Kidneys & Urinary Tract → Kidney stones, urinary infections, water retention, diabetes (sugar imbalance)

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Skin & Beauty → Acne, eczema, skin allergies, rashes, loss of complexion, venereal diseases

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Eyes & Vision → Weak eyesight, conjunctivitis, eye infections (especially when Venus afflicted with Sun or Rahu)

 

Throat & Glands → Throat infections, thyroid imbalance (especially when Venus is linked with Taurus sign or 2nd house)

 

Hormonal & Metabolic Issues → Hormone imbalance, overproduction of estrogen, sugar cravings, or metabolic sluggishness

 

Venereal / Sexual Diseases → Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), excessive sensuality, or disorders from overindulgence

 

Diseases and Body Parts Governed by the Saturn

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Bones & Joints → Arthritis, rheumatism, joint stiffness, back pain, knee pain, spinal disorders, osteoporosis

 

Nervous System → Neuralgia, paralysis, tremors, Parkinson’s disease, nerve weakness

 

Circulatory & Muscular System → Poor blood circulation, varicose veins, numbness, muscle cramps, weakness, rigidity

 

Digestive System → chronic constipation, poor appetite, intestinal blockage, malnutrition

 

Respiratory System → Asthma, chronic cough, bronchitis (especially when Saturn affects Gemini or 3rd house)

 

Skin & Hair → Eczema, psoriasis, cracked skin, dark pigmentation, premature aging, hair fall

 

Teeth & Bones → Dental problems, tooth decay, brittle bones, calcium deficiency

 

Mental Health → Depression, loneliness, anxiety, phobias, overthinking due to Saturn’s restrictive nature

 

Diseases and Body Parts Governed by the Rahu

 

Nervous System & Brain → Mental stress, anxiety, phobia, hallucinations, depression, schizophrenia, insomnia

 

Respiratory System → Asthma, allergies, sinusitis, chronic cough, throat infections

 

Circulatory & Blood System → Blood poisoning, toxicity, infections, abnormal blood pressure, cancerous growth

 

Skin & External Body → Skin allergies, rashes, itching, boils, eczema, psoriasis, pigmentation

 

Digestive System → Food poisoning, acidity, ulcers, worms, gastric disorders, drug reactions

 

Endocrine & Hormonal System → Hormonal imbalance, diabetes due to toxins, glandular disorders

 

Addiction-Related → Alcoholism, smoking, drug abuse, or dependence on stimulants

 

Foreign / Mysterious Diseases → Diseases caused by bacteria, virus, or unknown origin, epidemics; infections acquired during travel

 

Psychological Disorders → Obsession, illusion, fear, paranoia, mood swings, psychosomatic diseases

 

Diseases and Body Parts Governed by the Ketu

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Nervous System & Brain → Epilepsy, nerve weakness, neuropathy, anxiety, sudden shocks

 

Spinal Cord & Back → Back pain, spinal injury, sciatica, lower spine issues

 

Immune System → autoimmune diseases (body attacking itself), chronic fatigue

 

Skin → Leprosy, boils, itching, unusual skin marks, wounds that heal slowly

 

Psychological / Mental Health → Detachment, confusion, depression, isolation, hallucinations, obsessive thoughts

 

Circulatory / Blood System → Anemia, blood impurity, vitamin deficiency, low energy

 

Digestive System   Gas, acidity, food intolerance, malabsorption

 

Accidents / Injuries → Cuts, burns, insect bites, surgery wounds

 

Spiritual / Karmic Diseases → Unknown or sudden illnesses, illnesses after spiritual practices, energy blockages

 

Astrological Houses and Health

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1st House (Ascendant/ Lagna) → Body constitution, overall health.

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6th House → Diseases, sickness, immunity.

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8th House → Chronic/hidden diseases, surgeries, accidents.

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12th House → Hospitalization, mental health, loss of vitality.

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5th House → Show recovery and relief from suffering

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11thHouse→ Minor diseases or recovery houses, Show strength to overcome illness

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Cure from Disease (Roga Vimukti):

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If the 11th house in a person’s horoscope aspects the 6th house, since the 11th is the 6th from the 6th, it indicates freedom from disease (recovery).

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Similarly, according to the fundamental principles of astrology, the 12th house from any house represents the negation or opposite of what that house signifies.

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Since the 6th house denotes disease, its 12th house, which is the 5th house, represents cure or recovery from illness.

 

Therefore, when the planetary dashas and sub-dashas (major and sub-periods) of planets connected with the 11th and 5th houses operate, recovery from disease is indicated.

 

Among these, the 11th house holds greater importance in bringing about relief and cure.