What symptoms may indicate a need for indirect moxa with aconite?

Indirect moxa with aconite is indicated primarily in cases associated with yang deficiency or collapse. Yang collapse represents a critical state where the body’s warming and activating functions are severely compromised, often resulting in symptoms like extreme fatigue, a pale complexion, cold extremities, and even potential loss of consciousness. Aconite, known for its warming properties, is particularly suited to revive yang energy in these situations.

The use of indirect moxa along with aconite aims to generate warmth and stimulate the body's vital energy, helping to restore balance and invigorate the yang. By increasing warmth, circulation, and energy, this treatment approach addresses the underlying deficiency and aims to prevent further decline in the patient's condition.

The other choices reflect varying conditions that do not specifically relate to yang deficiency or collapse as closely as the correct choice does. Conditions like weakness of the SP/ST may suggest a different treatment direction focusing on strengthening the spleen and stomach. Impulsive behavior can arise from various psychological or energetic imbalances, and while they might need treatment, they do not directly indicate the same urgent need for warming and reviving yang. Skin conditions may require a different therapeutic approach focusing more on local circulation or detoxification rather than emergency warming measures. Thus, the choice regarding yang collapse