1 symptom leads to dad's cancer diagnosis: "I was like, 'Wait, what?'"

A Houston man’s persistent shoulder pain, first blamed on a strain, turned out to be multiple myeloma after an MRI — a reminder that some cancers can mimic everyday injuries.
The story highlights racial disparities: Black Americans are disproportionately affected by multiple myeloma yet are underrepresented in clinical trials.
He joined a clinical trial, completed treatment, is now in remission, and is focused on family time and raising awareness about diagnosis and research options.