No much to add Amy, but welcome. As you can see, this an awesome place to voice your concerns and fears,
Everyone here has been there and remembers just how scary it was at the beginning. Waiting just sux.
I found distraction worked best at the start and tried to keep everything as normal as was humanly possible. Easier said than done mostly. Wine helped as well :)
Personally I think it was a bit rude of the Dr to land you with the income protection thing right now when you don't have all or hardly any information.
I managed to work the majority of the time through treatment and there are many on here that got through treatment ok. Great idea to contact the breast care nurse.
Fingers crossed for you.
All the best.
xoxoxo