This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at 1867 Kalorama Road, Washington, D.C., this 30th day of January, 1935, in accordance with request made by the self - [805], new Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc., recommended by Mrs. [489].

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mrs. Moffit.

TEXT

1. EC: Yes, we have the body here, [805].
2. Now, as we find, there are conditions that disturb the better physical functioning of the body; and unless these are corrected they must cause serious disturbance in the physical body. Yet these taken in time, as we find, may be corrected - and without operative measures. However, should there continue to be the disturbance and it sets up a growth where there have been the effects of a former operation, it will require serious considerations in operative measures.
3. These, then, are the conditions as we find them in the present with this body, [805] we are speaking of:
4. The BLOOD SUPPLY is very good, considering there are the disturbances in the circulation that tend to carry poisons from adhesions - or they may better be termed lesions, produced by operative forces in the caecum and colon area, that have formed strings or threads that find lodgement in the transverse and descending colon; thus an accumulation where the fecal forces have produced irritation in the transverse and descending colon area. The circulation through these, because it has been on the improve, has separated it so that we have a concentrated condition with mucous and membranous effects in the colon area at the descending curve. This is above the third sphincter muscle, and those discharges that have come from same are the accumulations in that area. Naturally, this produces in the circulation a quick pulsation, at times some temperature and at others excruciating pains in the lower right side; but the greater distress is in the left portion, or that just above the hip bone opposite the 3rd lumbar plexus from which - through the lower portion of the 12th dorsal plexus and the 4th lumbar - this portion of the activity receives sympathetically much of the impulse for nerve and blood circulation. Also this accumulation, as we find, makes for a nerve strain on the whole of the NERVOUS SYSTEM, and is that which produces the tendencies for irritability, for the lack of the controlling of the concentrations - owing to the uneasiness that is created in all of the system, especially in the sympathetic nervous system.
5. As to the activities in the ORGANS themselves, as the condition has separated or formed into growths it does NOT affect save sympathetically the organs of the system. The change in the circulation as related to the functioning of the organs of the pelvis has much to do with the general nervous condition also; but this is a NATURAL change, aided by the subjugation of the whole nervous system through the anaesthetic that has deadened the activity. And these conditions are NOT, then, from the organs of the pelvis, but those accumulations from the threads or tissues that are loosened from the interior portion of the colon area. This at times produces numbness to the lower portion of the limbs, and through the hips and to the feet. Then also at times we have a very hot sensation over those areas.
6. Then, in making applications that we find will be the more effective, and that will make the corrections for these conditions in this body, [805] we are speaking of:
7. We would begin by making hot applications of Castor Oil in packs, especially first over the left portion of the descending colon and the left portion of the transverse colon. Use at least three or four thicknesses of heavy flannel dipped in hot Castor Oil and applied directly to the skin as hot as the body can stand same. Before the packs are applied, however, we would paint that portion of the body first with the combination of three parts Tincture of Laudanum to one part Aconite. Keep repeating the hot packs continually for periods of three or four hours each day, until there is relief from the heavy pain.
8. We would continue with the use of those properties that make for the better activity or the relaxation through the alimentary canal. In addition to the oil now being taken, we would give small quantities of Olive Oil often - half a teaspoonful every two or three hours, as this will tend to relieve the regurgitations that occur in the lower portion of the jejunum and through portions of the colon itself from the forming of gases by the infectious forces that have arisen.
9. Also we find that enemas would be very helpful, provided they are VERY gently given. With these there should be combined an antiseptic, such as Glyco-Thymoline - in the proportion of an ounce of the Glyco-Thymoline to three quarts of tepid water. These should be very GENTLY given, but so as to remove the accumulations of pus and the forces that cause the production of the temperature - and will be most beneficial; as also will the use of the Oil, the Laudanum and Aconite, produce an easing to the body through the absorption and the healing forces that are caused by same.
10. We will find that the use of the ultra-violet light across these portions of the body will be most helpful. These treatments would be taken about three or four times each week for the first two weeks, and then less after that as the healing is effected. This should be given at least thirty- eight to forty inches (38" to 40") from the body if the ultra-violet of the QUARTZ light is used, which is the deeper therapy for the body. Also there should be the massage or the relaxing from the brachial centers to the end of the spine, and - of course - COORDINATING the pressures to the head through the secondary cardiac plexus that coordinates with the hypogastric and pneumogastric plexus in the cervical areas; but massage is to relax rather than making corrections, save in the secondary cardiac plexus area - or the upper dorsal. The light treatments should last for at least a minute and a half to three minutes. This depends upon the response of the body.
11. If these are followed, we will find they will relieve almost immediately after the first or second application of the painting of the body and the oil packs and the light treatments; relieving the heavy pains in the lower portion of the abdomen and the dullness throughout the system.
12. In the matter of the diet, we would tend toward the more alkalin-reacting foods - and a semi-liquid diet. Those things that make for less of the acid-forming throughout the system will be the more beneficial, especially during the first two weeks of these applications.
13. We should not have too great an activity of the body, especially on the feet, during the first week or ten days of treatments. After that there should be sufficient activity to carry on the normal activities of this body.
14. Ready for questions.
15. As we find, Coombs would make the better applications with the lights and the applications for this body.
16. After the second or third day of the packs, and a gentle enema given, it may not be necessary to continue the packs; though we would keep up the light treatments and the diet and the massage for at least two or three weeks.
17. (Q) Are the two bad teeth which I am having extracted responsible for part of the indigestion or a pain in my left arm, from the shoulder to the elbow?
    (A) This is a contributory cause. With the massage, with the cleansing of the system from the neuritis or the nerve pressures, and the extracting of the teeth, the condition will be relieved.
18. (Q) Is there a growth or abscess causing pain in my left side?
    (A) As indicated, this is the after effect of strings, mucous, from the throwing off of the inside of the colon. This is WITHIN the colon, you see, though the affectation may come to the organs of the pelvis - of course, as indicated, though in the present they are only sympathetically affected. The change in the life, or the menopause period is upon the body. This affects the nervous system, but is not involved in the conditions save sympathetically.
19. Do these, as we have outlined.
20. We are through for the present.

    Two copies to self (one for Dr. LeRoy Coombs, 454
    Copy to Ass'n file Ft. Washington Ave., New York City)
    (1/30/35 GD's note: Dr. Coombs is in sympathy with our work, and will follow the treatments AS outlined in the reading.
    The list [which was enclosed] of Alkalin-Reacting Foods may be of help, as it seems your principal diet should be made up from these for the present. If everything is not clear, let us know. GD)

BACKGROUND

1. 1/26/35 Letter from [805]: "...I am in most urgent need of a reading as soon as you can give it to me, as I have been in pain for several days, and I do not want to consult a doctor until I have your diagnosis and advice. I must, however, do something immediately, as I have just realized that there is something seriously wrong with me. I am a spiritual scientist and therefore try always to heal myself through faith and prayer before calling for outside aid. Below I will give you a short history of my physical condition.
   "Up to last January, I had practically perfect health, not even having more than one cold in five years. On Jan. 15th I had an acute attack of appendicitis, with only one-half hours pain before being rushed to the hospital and put on the operating table. The appendix was just ready to burst, and I had a drain in for two weeks. I had to remain six weeks there, as my strength did not seem to come back quickly. During this last year, I have had frequent attacks of indigestion, and gas. When I was away for three weeks this summer, I felt perfectly well, however. But all fall, since I have been a great deal on my feet working, I have felt miserable. Whenever I get too tired, or my bowels are not functioning regularly, I get a dull soreness just in front of the hip bone on my left side. The soreness is way inside, and the spot is hot even on the outside to the touch. I have always, or rather, for several years, noticed a sharp pain in that spot whenever I walked too far, but being well otherwise, I paid no attention to it. This week the soreness is so pronounced that I cannot stand it. On Tuesday I gave myself an enema of warm water with a little lemon juice, as my bowels were not functioning properly. The last water that came out contained a great deal of blood, and small particles of red flesh. I will never take another enema. I am now taking Parke Davis 'Hadliver Oil with Viosterol', and my bowels have been regular since starting it four days ago. I have been annoyed by the sound of 'swishing' in my lower intestines or bowels (very low down in front). Since my operation, my periods have practically stopped. I have only menstruated in March, April, September and October. Before that I was absolutely regular with no pain. A doctor to whom I went in June concerning this, said he thought I am starting 'the change'. I lost about thirteen pounds during the time in the hospital - I have now gained back about seven, weighing ninety-nine..."

REPORTS

1. 3/03/35 Dr. Coombs' letter to EC: "...Miss [805] has definitely improved, and I am now treating her twice a week instead of three times. I feel she will need a couple of treatments per week for several months, however, as she is a long way from being well. She is a highly nervous woman with some signs of mental unbalance..."
2. 3/05/35 Dr. Coombs' letter to EC: "...Just a note to make a correction of my last letter two days ago. I informed you that I was treating Miss [805] now twice a week instead of three times - as formerly. She informed me yesterday that she was only going to take one treatment per week, as she was better and as you had implied 2 or 3 weeks' treatments would be enough. I still feel she needs more treatment than she is now willing to take, but I can do nothing about the matter. I thought you might want to know the situation."
3. 3/08/35 EC's reply: "Many thanks for your report on the 5th. I haven't heard anything recently from Miss [805]. Sometime in the next week or so I will be in N.Y., so will wait until I am there to take this up with her, unless I hear from her in the meantime..."
4. 3/16/35 Letter from [805]: "It is not through any lack of appreciation of your help that I have not reported to you sooner, but just that I have not had the time to write. As the treatments you suggested have taken all the afternoons, and I have a business to run, I have been very busy.
   "When I received your reading, the treatment seemed so difficult that I scarcely knew how I could find the time to go thru with it. However, I had made up my mind to follow what ever you prescribed for me, and after working on the problem for a couple of days, it all worked itself out quite simply. I found a good nurse to give me the hot castor oil packs, and I called up Dr. Coombs, as you suggested, for the massage and light treatments. As he lives ten miles from me, I had to arrange to have him come to me, and I had to get a violet ray machine in my home.
   "For five weeks, I had the massage and light treatment three times a week. For four weeks I had the hot packs six days a week for four hours. You had told me I might only need the packs for a few days, but I made up my mind I would take them as long as possible in order to do everything possible to effect a cure. I stopped the packs last week, and have now cut the massage and light treatments to one a week, which is all I believe I now need. They are so strenuous, that they take more out of me than I can stand. In the meantime, I neglected to say that on the day I received your reading, I went on a strictly alkaline diet which I am still adhering to conscientiously, and I believe it has done wonders for me. As I do not keep house, I have had to have all my lunches and dinners sent in from a place where they cook for invalids, but the results are worth the trouble.
   "Now I am feeling like a different person. I no longer have pain in my side when I walk, and in the last two weeks I have been almost free from intestinal gas and indigestion. My nerves, as a result, are much better, also, and I sleep well, just as I always did in the past. Of course, I have lost more flesh on account of eating no fattening food. I can take cream but milk upsets my stomach.
   "As soon as you come to New York, will you make an appointment, so that you can give me a re-check reading, as I am most anxious to learn the actual condition after these treatments. My bowels are not regular and I am still taking the enemas with glyco-thymoline, as I find it most necessary to eliminate properly. I want to get back to normal, when I never took anything of the kind. Also, I am still quite puffed up over my stomach and bowels, especially after eating, and I want to learn the cause and remedy for this. As I feel so much better, I can wait until I see you for a reading, if, as you said in your letter, you are coming fairly soon. Besides, I should like to be present when you read, as I am most interested in psychic phenomena of any kind.
   "I like Dr. Coombs immensely, but of course, as I have had so many varieties of treatment, I cannot tell whether the massage has been especially helpful or not. I have taken, in the past, a great many osteopathic treatments, and thoroughly believe in it. The only difficulty with it is the fact that you really have to keep on taking it constantly to keep up the benefit derived, which, of course, no one can do, unless, perchance, they have nothing to do and a large income!
   "It isn't possible to express in words my thanks for what I know you have done for me, but every day I thank God that I was sent to you, and I do hope to have an opportunity soon to tell you how grateful I am. In the meantime, I am singing your praises to everyone, and I wish you would send me some of those pamphlets that tell about yourself and how you came to take up this work. I want to give them to friends who are interested.
   "Assuring you of my deepest appreciation..."
5. 3/27/35 See 805-2.
6. 12/25/38 Report see under 805-3 Reports.

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