This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at the office of the Association, Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 17th day of January, 1944, in accordance with request made by the self - Dr. [3559], new Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research and Enlightenment, Inc., recommended by Dr. & Mrs. [3514].

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. (Notes read to and transcribed by Jeanette Fitch.) Harmon Bro.

TEXT

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 suggestions for help and relief of this body, answering the questions, as I ask them:
2. EC: Jefferson Avenue - that's a wide street! - he's a doctor!
3. We have the body here, [3559].
4. In analyzing the disturbances which exist here, it would be well for the body to analyze much of its attitude that has been overcome - in a measure. It will find that these conditions are apparent.
5. While the body has been and is a very good anatomist, the body has found and does find impulses received through the mind and through the radiation of vibration or environment have often had much to do with the manner in which an organ, a nerve, a gland will respond to stimulations made from the administration of many characters of combinations of drugs or even mechanical applications. They do not respond the same under some conditions as under others. Why?
6. There is body, there is mind, there is soul. They each have their attributes, they each have their limitations. The soul, in a material world, is controlled by mind and body.
7. Then, these all should be taken into consideration. When the body will interpret, will see how that resentments that have been a part of the experience of the entity through periods of its development have had their influence. Yes, these were brought from other experiences also. Much has been done about it, and thus much may be done about these conditions - if there will be the correct attitude of the body in making application of certain elements as to coordinate with the disturbance existent in the body.
8. These, then, are conditions physical - or pathological - as we find:
9. Through lack of proper eliminations there has been gradually builded such poisons or toxic conditions as to change the chemical reactions making for a lack of proper coordination between lymph circulation and the alimentary canal. Thus in segments and in muscular forces we find that poisons have crystallized, causing neuritic and arthritic pressures in the nerves and tendons of the body.
10. The body has become stiff through the lumbar and sacral areas, so that the legs, knees, feet, and arms all suffer - as these are, as it were, the far ends of the circulation.
11. The heart changes in its beat. Remember, the things you applied once - now you are meeting them! Live with this in mind (and every soul may take heed): YE SHALL PAY EVERY WHIT, THAT YE BREAK OF THE LAW OF THE LORD. For the law of the Lord is perfect; it converteth the soul. It doesn't always convert a hardheaded man nor a body that is beset with habits that have left their mark upon those portions of the body through which mind and soul may work. What are these?
12. Nerve and blood forces of the body! The heart, that is the engine of the body itself.
13. But turn thy thoughts and thy mind more earnestly to the divine that is within self. And know that He meant what He said, "If ye ask in my name, believing it will be done in your body." He meant it! Then DO it!
14. Physically make these characters of external applications, that may - with the mind - change much:
15. Apply Epsom Salts Packs across the sacral and hips, especially, for an hour at a time, as hot as the body can stand them, changing them at least two or three times during the hour. This should be a daily procedure.
16. Following this massage the whole area with this combination of oils:

    Olive Oil....................2 ounces,
Peanut Oil...................2 ounces,
Lanolin (liquefied)........1/4 ounce.

    As soon as the body has absorbed as much of these oils as it will from the massage, then apply over the same area Glyco-Thymoline Packs. Use four to five thicknesses of cloth saturated in the Glyco-Thymoline. And instead of using an electric pad over these Packs, use a pad of heated salt. Quilt about an inch of salt in a pad, warm in the oven and apply, covering the area without becoming clogged or in one lump. Keep these up daily.
17. Twice a day take three to four drops of Glyco-Thymoline internally, in half a glass of water.
18. Have good massages regularly in the form of the Swedish massage and rubdown with Pine Oil.
19. Do these and we will get results, if the attitude is right.
20. Ready for questions.
21. We are through with this Reading.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to Ass'n file
    Copy to Miss Goodall for indexing
    (See directions [which were enclosed] for preparing Epsom Salts Packs and Glyco-Thymoline Packs.)

BACKGROUND

1. 12/30/43 [3559]'s letter to EC: "...I would very much appreciate an early appointment as I am a physician and am needed very much. I am suffering with pain for several years, but for the last year it has been so bad that it hampers me with my work. The pain is a real torture to me. I have an intercostal neuralgia and a chronic Prostatitis and also Arthritis in the sacro-eliac and sacro-cyccygeal joints. I have such severe pain at the end of my spine and in the rectum that it is very difficult for me to sit even on an invalid ring. There may also be a Physic [psychic] condition with it.
   "I heard about your Noble work through my friend Dr. [...] a dentist of [...]. He gave me all the data. He told me about your book There Is A River. I bought the book and am reading it now, it is one of the most interesting books I ever read. May God Bless you for your noble work..."
2. 1/04/44 Questions submitted: "...What is the cause of my ailments, is it Physic [psychic?], physical, or both, and what is the remedy? I believe there is some Physic [psychic], Mental or Emotional cause present that causes the Physical. Why do I have to suffer when I am living an honest and spiritual life to the best of my ability, could it be Karma carried over from a previous incarnation?
   "Mr. Cayce I don't know how to thank you for giving me this early appointment, it was most kind and considerate. I know God will bless you for it. There are so many things for me to do, but am not able to do them while I am in this condition..."

REPORTS

1. 10/68 GD's note: We did not hear from Dr. [3559] again, so we do not know whether he followed the rdg. or what results he got. Here is a letter from someone else who did benefit from the tr. for prostatitis:
   10/03/68
   2039 Broadway - Apt. 33 New York, New York 10023
   Mr. Hugh Lynn Cayce A.R.E. 37th and Atlantic Avenue Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451
   Dear Mr. Cayce:
   It is now 18 months since I first joined A.R.E. and began treatment with Dr. Harold J. Reilly here in New York City. The following is a progress report of the remarkable, lasting results of the treatments with Dr. Reilly.
   In my original correspondence I stated my age as 40, married, and having been treated with antibiotic drugs for over twelve years (almost continually) for chronic "Prostatitis", from time to time infecting the entire genito-urinary system - which was the case at that time. I also had a long standing infection of the eyes, "Blepharitis", and of the face, "Sycosis Barbae" - (Staphyloccus) both having been intensively treated by specialists for over two years - but without much success.
   At the first treatment with Dr. Reilly he set up a schedule of therapeutic exercises for me, taking about 20 minutes a day. This was gradually increased until my home program extended to about one hour when exercises were done (as in my case) very slowly.
   A series of colonic irrigations was started almost immediately as were close sitz baths at bedtime. Changes in diet were suggested by Dr. Reilly and his assistant, Betty Billings, was most helpful in providing precise recipes for food preparation according to the "Readings".
   About one month after starting treatments of every two weeks, there was enough improvement in the "Prostatitis" to stop the antibiotic drugs. They have never been taken since. The drugs for the face and eyes had been stopped even sooner.
   Through reference to the "Circulating Files" pertaining to "Blepharitis", raw potato poultices were used on the eyes, followed by Glyco-Thymoline rinses. This proved to be of great help and the only treatment to bring relief in over two years. Although this treatment has given great relief, the "Blepharitis" recurs from time to time, whereupon I return to the Glyco-Thymoline eye baths and, if necessary, the raw potato poultices. [See in 1963-1 Reports.]
   The "Sycosis Barbae" was being treated by a new specialist when I started with Dr. Reilly, and that condition cleared shortly thereafter, not returning again. [This paragraph used in 5288-1 Reports.]
   In conclusion, although not being completely free of the original symptoms all the time, my overall general health has dramatically changed for the better without the use of any antibiotic drugs, and has been maintained by the program set up by Dr. Reilly through guidance of the "Readings".
   My wife and I now follow much of the dietary advice outlined in the "Readings" and are avid "Cayce Enthusiasts" with interests in many fields.
   Of course it is to Dr. Harold J. Reilly I feel we owe so much for these remarkable results. It is true, he does not do this 'alone', but he does serve rich and poor alike with a knowledge and dedication unsurpassed in these times, and an enthusiasm undimmed by his years of service.
   I feel I have been given a new chance to return to a healthful life. Indeed Dr. Reilly has done this for perhaps thousands of people - a record for service to God and mankind.
   Sincerely, [signed] Robert M. Corey
2. 10/07/68 HLC's letter to Mr. Corey:
   Mr. Robert M. Corey 2039 Broadway - Apt. 33 New York, New York 10023
   Dear Mr. Corey:
   Thank you for your testimonial letter of October 3, 1968. It is letters like yours that help us further our research and give us encouragement.
   We are so happy to hear of your improvement and your progress.
   If you ever get down our way, do drop in and see us. We would be very happy to see you.
   Sincerely, Hugh Lynn Cayce [HLC:nml]

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