The last few days have been difficult.
After 48 hours of hospitalization at the Daniel Hollard Institute, I was able to return home. This return is a good thing, even though fever and fatigue remain present and continue to severely limit my daily life.
I was hoping to recover more after this third chemotherapy. This time, things didn't go as I imagined. That's probably what makes this period particularly difficult for me.
During today's consultation, doctors confirmed that my general condition is not improving as expected. Despite consistently positive blood work, persistent fever is a symptom that led to the decision to temporarily suspend upcoming chemotherapy sessions.
The next step will be a PET scan in the coming days to assess the tumor's status and decide on the next course of treatment.
Once the situation is clearer, it's possible that I'll continue my follow-up in Grenoble or that care in Lyon will be considered.
I'm not going to hide the fact that this decision is destabilizing. We feel like we're back at the start of the journey and facing something we already know: the waiting, the uncertainty, and the questions we don't yet have answers to.
This is a difficult moment, one of the most difficult since the beginning of this story.
For now, we don't know any more.
We understand that many of you are seeking answers and awaiting news. We wish we could share more, but we ourselves are awaiting upcoming tests and subsequent medical decisions.
In the meantime, I will continue to focus on rest and the immediate steps. Thank you for your support, your messages, and also for the calm and the time you are giving us to get through this period.
Go Piero!
Dear Piero,
Take advantage of this break to regain your strength.
Eat well too!! Garlic, onion, tomato… ;)
And don't worry about us. We're patient, we're already happy to get regular updates through this blog. We'll wait until you're feeling better to see you and get news directly. Save your energy for your wife, your children and stepchildren, your brother, and – last but not least – your mom.
Big big kisses
Unfortunately, I have nothing comforting to say. I can only imagine how hard this must be for you and for those who love you. I send you a hug and will always keep you in my prayers.
Hang in there, Piero. You're in my prayers.
A wise man once wrote: ‘Life always throws us challenges. This one I didn’t expect. But it’s there and I have to do something with it.’
Hang in there my friend and focus on getting better and your family. I look forward to a nice lunch in Bormes-les-Mimosas when you are feeling better!