Which symptom is associated with pitta-type hrday roga lakshana?

• A. Hot sensation around the eyes, ears, and head
• B. Burning sensation behind the sternum
• C. Vomiting
• D. Thirst

Answer: (B)

The key idea is recognizing Pittaja (Pitta-dominant) manifestations of heart disease. When Pitta is elevated in the cardiac region, it produces a burning, heat-like sensation in the chest area behind the sternum, which is a classic personal sign of Pittaja hrday roga lakshana. This burning chest sensation reflects the inflammatory, fiery nature of Pitta affecting the heart region. While a hot feeling around the eyes, ears, and head can occur with Pitta as well, it isn’t specific to the heart. Vomiting and thirst can accompany various dosha disturbances and aren’t the defining Pittaja chest symptom. So the burning sensation behind the sternum best fits Pittaja hrday roga lakshana.