Host Solomon Alexis shares a personal account of getting shingles while living with multiple myeloma, explaining how a weakened immune system and cancer treatment can allow the virus to reactivate and cause severe nerve pain and a one-sided rash.

He urges listeners not to ignore sudden rashes, to seek medical attention early (including antivirals), and to pay attention to bodily warning signs, as minor symptoms can reveal larger health issues.

Host Solomon Alexis explains why he began podcasting about his multiple myeloma — not to be brave or to set an example, but as a personal pressure valve and a way to breathe.

He contrasts public sharing with private coping and stresses that neither is morally superior.

The episode mixes honesty and quiet humour, reminding listeners that laughter and vulnerability can both help, but staying private is equally valid. The central message: cope however you need to—your journey is real whether you speak about it or not.

In this episode the host answers common questions about living with multiple myeloma — covering the current lack of a cure, treatment progress, and the reality of maintenance therapy after a successful stem cell transplant.

He discusses practical lifestyle topics like diet, vaccinations (including repeat shots after transplant), ongoing medications, main side effects such as fatigue and neuropathy, and how the disease has affected travel, work, and relationships.

The episode also shares personal coping strategies, the role of family support, the cautious view on alternative therapies, and a message of hope, connection, and continued conversation.

In this episode of Through Myeloma Eyes, Solomon explores the confusing question "Why me?" as he examines known risk factors for multiple myeloma—age, race, gender, workplace exposures, obesity, family history, and past infections like H. pylori—while sharing his personal experience and reflections. Honest, personal, and a bit light-hearted, he admits that despite deep research, the exact cause remains unclear, but life and resilience continue.

Solomon shares his post-stem cell transplant results — a complete metabolic response confirmed by scans, biopsies, MRD testing and blood work — and explains the next medical steps, including consolidation therapy.

He also recounts his first trip home to Saint Lucia 143 days after transplant: the careful preparations, travel anxiety, a heat wave and a persistent cough, and the quiet courage of choosing to live fully while staying cautious.

Episode 7 recounts a rollercoaster week during the stem cell harvest before transplant: long hours hooked up to the collection machine, blood tests, injections, and the emotional highs and lows as the cell counts came in.

The host shares the close-call results — an initial shortfall followed by a successful collection of enough cells, episodes of low potassium and extra IVs, and the small victories of returning to work and pausing to listen to the body.

Through simple analogies about rebuilding and reseeding, the episode emphasizes recovery as fragile and patient work, celebrates resilience and gratitude, and looks ahead to transplant planning.

In Episode 6 of Through Myeloma Eyes — Solomon Alexis shares the transition into his autologous stem cell transplant (ASCT). He reflects on the dramatic drop in his light chains, the emotional and physical challenges he faced, and the preparations ahead: high-dose chemotherapy, GCSF injections, stem cell harvest, and transplant.

This episode is about endurance, faith, and realistic hope — outlining the timeline, risks, and recovery milestones while inviting listeners to continue the journey with him.