This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 17th day of May, 1938, in accordance with request made by the father - Mr. [1693], new Associate Member of the Ass''n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc., recommended by Mrs. [...] [Sister of Mrs. [667]].
P R E S E N T
Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mrs. [...] and Mr. [1693] and his sister.
R E A D I N G
Time of Reading 6:15 to 6:35 P. M. Eastern Standard Time. ..., Va. (Physical Suggestion)
1. EC: Yes, we have the body here, [1594].
2. Now as we find, conditions are rather serious. The present condition is apparently somewhat bettered from the spasmodic reactions and the coma.
3. But the pressures that cause these are from adhesions in the abdominal area, about the lacteals AND the upper portion of the jejunum, and the portions of the liver where there has been a little swelling.
4. These, with the pressures upon the cerebrospinal system, have caused the accumulations that have gone along the course of the nerve system towards the brain.
5. Hence the inability for the movements along the areas of the locomotions where the pressures have existed and do exist.
6. As we find, as to whether there may be recuperations will depend upon the consistency and persistency of applications of those things that may bring relief, and THEN to be sure upon the response the body makes to same.
7. For much will depend upon the spiritual attitude of those upon whom the physical experience or the life itself depends.
8. These, then, as we find, are those conditions to be met.
9. First:
10. Each day we would apply heavy Castor Oil Packs, for periods of half an hour to an hour, across the upper portion of the abdomen and across the liver area.
11. After these Packs each day we would have a massage along the spine; this to begin almost at the base of the brain and be made DOWNWARD, NOT towards the brain, see?
12. For such massaging, one day use Cocoa Butter; this to be gently, not severely but gently, massaged into the spine and the area upon either side of same. The next day use Camphorated Oil.
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13. To be sure, each morning there must be the gentle bath or sponge bath over all the areas that have been covered with the packs or the oils; and this done with a weak soda water solution; warm, of course, but gently applied.
14. We will find it necessary in the diets to keep those things that are easily assimilated. Those that are indicated in the present are very well, but add to these - as we find - the pure Beef Juice; this WEAKENED, but given as a part of the diet. Let this be made, and then when the juice is to be used put at least a teaspoonful of water (THAT HAS BEEN BOILED!) in a tablespoonful of the Beef Juice. Let this be given in sips, a very little at the time, and may be given several times during the day. Take the tablespoonful of the juice (diluted with the water, as indicated) during a whole day, but in small sips at a time. This is not to take the place of other foods. It will give strength without making for the creating of the inflammation which has arisen, does arise from the lesions or adhesions in the areas indicated - and the accumulations that have traveled along the nerve forces.
15. If the massages given as indicated are able to reduce the tendencies and the accumulations as tumors upon the areas of the brain, we may make for the locomotions to be returned - and these be absorbed so that there may be the activity in speech, in the actions of the limbs, and bring a better condition for the body.
16. The rubs, as indicated, would be given in a circular motion - and away from the head! not toward the head!
17. Be sure that there is the full evacuation of the bowels or colon each day, once or twice a day.
18. Every second or third day use an enema, and use at least half a teaspoonful of baking soda in a quart of water for such an enema solution; the frequency of the enema depending upon the manner in which the eliminations are kept.
19. And let there be the care.
20. Do these, then, as indicated, each day for a period of ten days - yes, two weeks; and then we would give further instructions.
21. Ready for questions.
22. (Q) Should a laxative be used at all? (A) A laxative may be used. As we find, an equal combination of Fletcher's Castoria and Syrup of Figs would be the better.
23. (Q) What dosage, and how often? (A) This will depend upon the activity of the eliminations, but about a quarter to half a teaspoonful of the mixture - equal portions of Syrup of Figs and the Castoria.
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24. (Q) What has caused this condition? (A) As indicated, the adhesions in the areas about the lacteal and umbilicus duct - a very unwarranted or wanton way of attention in or during the period just after childbirth, and WITH the manner in which the umbilicus plexus was taken care of.
25. (Q) Has the child ever been normal? (A) For the first two weeks, near normal. Do these; and let the parents be prayerful - as in this: Let them oft, with the body, fill their minds, their hearts with that of grace, mercy, truth, justice, and to be channels such that whatever may be the better for this body may come to it AS its right in this experience.
26. We are through for the present. Copy to Father " " Ass'n file [Remarks when Reading was finished: 22 months old; noticed nothing wrong till 1 year old, when child began to have spasms; had as many as one every minute and a half for three hours straight running; spasms day and night for three weeks; took her to Duke's Hospital in Durham, N.C., last summer for five weeks; they tapped her spine and X-rayed her all over - found her perfectly normal and healthy except nervous system wasn't fully developed - tumor on brain. Has never walked, never walked alone. Just returned yesterday from St. Vincent's Hospital in Norfolk where she stayed 5 to 6 weeks, had 15 baby specialists examine her; doctor in charge thought every night she wouldn't be alive next morning. They say there's nothing they can do; she will never be normal, probably won't live very long. They tapped her spine 4 times while in hospital last time; the 3rd time didn't get any fluid. Doctor attending baby at birth took her band off when 7 days old. Her stomach has been swollen ever since she became ill; or noticeably ill. Has been very constipated all her life.]