herceptin indefinitely for early stage?

[Sheryl]

I was surprised to read that a stage 1c person was given Herceptin. The latest study in Helsinki, Finland compared one year of Herceptin with 9 wks. of Herceptin & after three years follow-up, there seemed to be little difference in the outcome. Is anyone receiving less than l yr.of Herceptin at this time? Sheryl

[Rupali]

I will finish my one year of Herceptin in May 06. My oncologist said that if there is no news about Hera trial in 2006 ASCO then they will stop my Herceptin as they are afraid that it may cause heart damage which noone knows how it works in long term. I got convinced with him but now after reading all the posts I am confused wether I should push for another year.