This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at his office, 115 West 35th Street, Virginia Beach, Va., this 22nd day of July, 1927, in accordance with request made by self - Miss [283].

Present: Edgar Cayce; Mrs. Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mr. L. B. Cayce, and Thomas B. House, Jr.

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1. GC: You will go over this body carefully, examine it thoroughly, and tell me the conditions you find at the present time, giving the cause of the existing conditions; also the treatment for the cure and relief of this body. You will answer the questions which I will ask you regarding same.
2. EC: We have the body here.
3. Now, as we find, there are those specific conditions with the physical forces of the body that cause distress, and these may be corrected. They have to do with specific physical conditions, yet the reactions from same are not always identical with the conditions.
4. These, then, are the conditions, as we find them as respecting this body, [283] we are speaking of:
5. IN THE BLOOD SUPPLY, this we find near normal, though there are times when there is seen that there is carried in the blood stream the effects of those conditions as exist in and through the lower portion of the mesenteric system, or in the false pelvis proper.
6. IN THE NERVE SYSTEM, this we find shows the effect of those conditions as are existent in the body, and the pressure as is produced on those nerve centers and the reflexes throughout the whole sympathetic and cerebrospinal system - the effect being direct, of course, to the sympathetic and to the vibratory forces of the creative forces in the mesenteric system.
7. IN THE PHYSICAL FUNCTIONINGS OF THE BODY, eyes, ears, nose, throat, bronchials, lungs, heart, all are very good in their respective functionings; yet we find there are times when all of these respond to the over nerve strain as is seen in the system.
8. In the digestive system, this is more sensitive to the action of the sympathetic system and the pressure as is produced in the nerve system.
9. In the false pelvis, as is given, we find the seat of the trouble. In times back we find there was congestion caused in and about the body, when the menses showed there was a congestion in same. Neuralgia, as is termed, resulted from same. Hence there became involved in the ovarian or in the Fallopian Tube, that of a congested condition which has continued to enlarge. Hence we have rather that of enlarged ovarian and of the Fallopian Tube than of a condition wherein there is seen the necessity of removal. This may become so, yet - were those conditions as applied to the body overcome by the application of that that would reduce these conditions and eliminate same from the system - this would not be necessary, and would bring better conditions for the body.
10. These we would apply then to the system for the removal of these conditions.
11. As to those conditions as are seen in hand, or those in any portions of the body where there is tautness caused in the muscular forces, those things may be applied there also that would remove these conditions.
12. In that as is seen in the pelvic regions, we would apply that as found in heated olive oil and myrrh, massaged in the cerebrospinal region, or the lumbar and sacral, until these portions show EASINESS from pressure as is caused.
13. Then we would alternate hot packs - when there is pain - across the lower portion of the abdomen and across those portions where there is seen indications of the trouble as resultant from that condition or congestion in the Fallopian Tube - hot packs of Castor Oil, alternated with hot packs of turpentine and LARD. Use hog lard! Not with the other OILS - but hog lard, see? fat of hogs. This would only be at periods, when there is seen that the body suffers from standing on feet, or from moving about, see?
14. Naturally, exercise must be taken to reduce the conditions, or produce in the body eliminations. Hence those physical exercises as of the setting-up. Not severe. Walking - when it does not overtax the body, see? Those massages then would follow. Oil packs would follow after the massage has relieved the condition.
15. ONLY when there is pressure or inflammation seen, see, use as douches - in and through the vagina - those of properties as act as an eradicator, or use these: To the gallon of warm water add two (2) teaspoonfuls Glyco-Thymoline in douche. Also use the electrode on the applicator from the Violet Ray. These will assist in reducing. After using the applicator, use the douche, see, to remove any inflammation.
16. Do this, and we will bring the better conditions for the body.
17. Massage the thumb, or the hand, or those extremities of the body that show there has been tautness in the muscular forces from the attempt to eradicate conditions, with equal parts, or a saturated solution, of salt and vinegar. This may be massaged into the hand once each day, or every other day - just so we overcome these conditions. Pure apple vinegar and saturated solution with salt - table salt, see?
18. Do that. Ready for questions.
19. (Q) How often should the olive oil and myrrh be massaged?
    (A) This should be done first, as given, see? until the body is relieved, before we begin with packs that would be alternated between the Castor Oil and Turpentine and lard, see? This will be used until the body is eased from pain in the pelvic and in the lumbar regions, when walking on feet, see? Now, as is seen, when the body walks on feet there is tendency for the feet or ankles to swell, see? or tiredness and heaviness across the abdomen, see? When this is relieved - which should be in five to six days - then we begin with the packs - ONLY when there is hurting or inflammation, see? This should overcome these conditions. In thirty to sixty days we would give further information as to how these have been applied, and that necessary then to bring about the normal conditions for the body, [283].
20. (Q) How can my tonsils be cured of their diseased condition?
    (A) Correct the teeth and we will find that all the inflammation as collects there will be removed. These need local applications, see?
21. (Q) What is the best way of treatment of my teeth?
    (A) Have the corrections made by one that attends to the teeth - dental surgeon.
22. (Q) Do I need glasses, what kind, and must they be worn continuously or only for reading?
    (A) Not necessary for glasses if these corrections and massages are given, so that there is full activity to these portions of the body.
23. (Q) Would the Yogi breathing exercises improve my health?
    (A) Improve the health - very good, see, AFTER the body is in that condition to apply that as is given TO body through the application of such exercise. Give the body that position wherein that each functioning organ gives off its correct incentives and vibrations. Then exercises of the general nature are good. Exercises of the specific nature, as is seen, for the correction of conditions, see? Common or ordinary understanding should give one the correct idea as to how the application of exercises deals with the body, if a little thought is given to this: That the body is built up by the radiation of vibratory forces from each and every unit of the body functioning in its proper manner. Then, to over-exercise any portion not in direct need of same, to the detriment of another, is to hinder rather than to assist through exercise. Exercise is wonderful, and necessary - and little or few take as much as is needed, in a systematic manner. Use common sense. Use discretion.
24. We are through for the present.

BACKGROUND

1. 5/23/27 Letter from Miss [283] to EC: "...The wonderful healings that you have accomplished have interested me very much and inspire me with confidence to tell you of my troubles, as I am quite convinced that you can help me, and suggest a means of curing me, other than by a surgical operation which I have been assured is my only means of recovery..."
2. 7/04/27 Letter from [283] to EC: "...I am sending you the report I received from my doctors' examination, and some of the questions I wish to ask in regard to my health, to be taken up in your reading...
   "Doctors' report: 'Heart and lungs normal, blood pressure 128/86. Diseased tonsils which should be removed if you suffer from sore throat. (I do not so suffer) Eye test showed defective vision which should be corrected by proper glasses. Urine showed no abnormalities. Blood reports were negative. Dental test reports several pyorrhetic teeth and should have complete X-rays. Large tumor felt in abdomen, we believe this is an ovarian cyst and urge removal.'
   "Questions: What state of mind brought about this obstruction in the ovaries? Can this growth termed an ovarian cyst be dissolved by means other than a surgical operation? How can my tonsils be cured of their diseased condition? Is the state of my teeth in any way responsible for the condition of my tonsils or the converse? What is the best way of treatment of my teeth? Do I need glasses, what kind, and must they be worn continuously or only for reading? Would the Yogi breathing exercises improve my health?..."
3. 7/14/27 Letter from [283] to EC: "...I cut my thumb, had it operated on to sew up the ligament, but find it impossible to move the upper joint. Can anything be done to give me full use of it again?..."
4. 7/22/27 See EC's Reading 283-1, with subsequent Reports.

REPORTS

1. 7/26/27 Letter from [283]: "...The reading received diagnoses my condition as nearly correctly as I can tell from the symptoms given. I am following the treatment as nearly as I can..."
2. 9/21/27 Miss [283] secured Physical Reading for Case [4803], an epileptic.
3. 10/29/27 Miss [283] to EC: "...I had a reading from you on July 22, 1927 in regard to my bodily conditions. In it you said that after 30-60 days treatment as directed I should report further directions and treatment, which is the purpose of this letter.
   "First of all I wish to thank you for your diagnosis and treatment and tell you how much it has done for me. I have been greatly helped and benefitted by the treatment so far, and with your assurance that cases like mine have been cured, am sure that I also can be ENTIRELY relieved.
   "I had the rubbings in the pelvic aud lumbar regions and the spine with olive oil and myrrh as directed, which brought a great relief from nervous irritation.
   "As for the hot packs to be applied across the abdomen, etc., it has not seemed necessary as there has at no time been such severe, pain, as I have carefully avoided any strain or too great exercise. I have, however, gone to an osteopath who also uses the ultra-violet ray and had her give me ray treatments for the vagina as I did not feel competent in undertaking it by myself. These were given two times a week for several weeks and now once a week, besides having my whole body rayed to improve my general condition.
   "I find lately that my head is bothering me quite a bit - headaches both front and back, also muscular strain at the back of the neck and the cervicals, and my eyes seem to show strain. My arms tire very easily with physical labor.
   "I do feel as though a good deal of the benefit of my treatment, which I DID feel for a while, was lost through the strain we had to go through having [4803] here, as he had another spell of which I will write you separately as you expressed an interest in hearing about him.
   "Dr. [Marjorie] Johnson seems to think PERHAPS there is a slight reduction of the abdomen and I feel easier there on the WHOLE, though there are occasional uncomfortable times, but nothing specific.
   "I would like very much to have you give me another reading, to review my bodily conditions and to suggest further treatment and give me an idea whether a cure is possible. Will you let me know when it takes place so I can concentrate and meditate during that time? "Thanking you for all you have done for me, and awaiting further directions, I am...
   "P.S. Would any special diet help? I cannot seem to digest sugar very well..."
4. 11/07/27 Letter from [283] including questions: "...Have I made any progress or improvement in my physical condition since my last reading? Does the swelling seem reduced? Does the blood still show traces or effects of my bodily conditions? Have the sun ray treatments or ultra violet ray, as they are called, over my whole body and in the vagina covering a period of eight weeks, improved my condition, and how? Shall I continue these or follow out Dr. Johnson's idea of waiting now until spring for another 15 treatments? I still have times of irritability now - these were greatly relieved during the period that I was having the rubs of myrrh and olive oil - is this due to pressure in the nervous system and shall I go back to rubbings of lumbar regions, etc.? My eyes still suffer strain - can I hope for relief? I have had severe headaches occasionally both front and back - a thing rather unusual to me. Can you explain this? I seem to have trouble digesting sweets, refrain from eating much, but still have a craving for them. How can I overcome this? The pains in pelvic and lumbar regions have never seemed severe enough to warrant use of packs as directed. At least so it seemed to me, or have I been too stoical in disregarding the pains I have had which have seemed no worse than slight pains at menstrual periods? It seemed as though I were making splendid progress, the growth even appearing reduced, until about ten days ago. Then while working outdoors - I gave my stomach in the region of the swelling rather a severe knock and now it seems as though there were a greater swelling. Is this true and can it be reduced again or overcome? Am I too stoical in my disregard of pains and should I have used the packs? I dislike centering my mind much on bodily ills so they never trouble me much. But at the same time, I do not wish to disregard directions and necessary treatments and would appreciate being told frankly whether I have been too casual. Is there assurance of a cure by further treatment or would removal be the best cure?..."
5. 11/10/27 See 283-2.

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