The qualities and traits of Ketu are like Those of Mars. Ketu like Rahu is known for giving unexpected results and acts like a shadowy planet i.e. gives the effect of the planet with which it is associated. Ketu is also outcaste but with the deep knowledge of the occult. Ketu signifies knowledge, occult, tantra, salvation, maternal grand father, fear complexion, insanity, allergy, leprosy, injury, fire accidents, punishment by the government and court, law suits, renunciation, wisdom after sufferings, bitter experiences and weakness to have pleasure with other women.
Ketu does not have lordship of any sign. It is exalted in the sign Scorpio at 20 degree and debilitated in the sign Taurus. Ketu rules South West direction.
If Ketu is afflicted and weak in the birth chart there will be health problems, loss of wealth and anxiety. The native will become agitated over trivial matters and there may be high blood pressure. He will be much troubled by enemies.
If Ketu is well placed in the birth chart the native will gain confidence of his seniors and gain much from them. There will be acquisition of valuable assets. The native will gain from foreign countries and foreigners.
Ketu rules intestinal worms, small pox, cholera and other epidemics. Ketu generally causes same diseases as that of Rahu.
