That is a perfectly understandable question, although it is largely theoretical. When someone born with Stomach in Fire reaches such an exhausted state, they have usually already been in a state of burnout. In most cases, the Qi of the Heart and Kidney is already so depleted that the person has been forced into rest and withdrawal from work and social life. Note: In all such cases, lifestyle guidance is essential for this type of ‘last reserve’ patient.
To address your next question :-) , in people born with Stomach Branch these points can be used. However, pulse diagnosis often indicates that it is more appropriate to work with the Hidden Stem first.