Which of the following indicates Blood Stasis?

The chosen answer indicates a symptom that aligns with the concept of Blood Stasis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Blood Stasis is characterized by an impediment to the flow of blood, leading to various physical and emotional symptoms. In this case, the symptom of an inability to fall asleep accompanied by severe agitation suggests that there is a stagnation in the flow of blood, which can lead to excessive heat and restlessness—common manifestations of blood stasis affecting the heart and the mind.

This symptom points to the psychological effects of blood stasis, where emotional agitation and disturbed sleep can occur due to obstructed blood flow. In TCM, when the blood is not moving smoothly, it can lead not only to physical discomfort but also to emotional distress.

The other choices present symptom profiles that align more with different TCM diagnoses. A shortened menstrual cycle with scanty blood may suggest a deficiency rather than stasis; skin eruptions and mucus discharge are often associated with excess heat or damp conditions rather than stasis; while severe abdominal pain and loose stools could indicate gastrointestinal issues or a condition of deficiency or dampness rather than stasis specifically. Thus, the symptoms in the selected option distinctly reflect the consequences of Blood Stasis, highlighting its unique manifestations according