Yang Collapse
亡阳wáng yáng · collapse (critical condition)
Tongue
pale, damp
Pulse
deep, subtle, fading
Description
Critical depletion of yang: the body grows cold, the pulse weakens—this is a medical emergency. Warm the body (including moxibustion on CV-4/CV-6) and restore yang.
Symptoms
cold extremities up to the elbows and knees profuse cold sweat weak, threadlike pulse drowsiness, paleness
Treatment principle
Urgently restore Yang, prevent collapse
Recommended formulas
四逆汤
Points
Guanyuan
Qihai
Mingmen
Yongquan
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.