brazilian actress Fabiana Justus shared a candid update on her leukemia battle, expressing shock at her positive progress despite a challenging treatment journey. After initially undergoing intensive chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant in march 2024, Justus is now focused on maintenance treatment, a phase expected to last up to two years. Her story offers hope to others facing similar diagnoses, while highlighting the complexities of cancer treatment and the emotional toll of navigating uncertainty.
Justus revealed she achieved remission before the bone marrow transplant, a surprising outcome given the aggressive nature of her leukemia and the specific genetic mutation she carried. “Since the first cycle of chimios I’ve been able to zero the disease,” she stated in a July interview. However,doctors resolute the transplant was crucial to prevent relapse,even with the disease undetectable. She underwent a rigorous first cycle of chemotherapy, involving three different regimens administered over periods of three to nine days, described as “bombs” and “chemo pumps” to eliminate the cancer cells.
The actress explained the necessity of the transplant stemmed from her specific mutation, which required it for a complete and lasting cure. “The chemotherapies zeroed the disease, but she could go back if I was without transplant,” she saeid.Justus also disclosed her initial hesitation to publicly share details about the transplant, fearing the potential for changing plans and subsequent explanations. She continues to document her journey, offering clarity and connection with her followers.
