I have had an aching chest for a week. discomfort when breathing deeply and swallowing liquids; some coughing and mucus but no shortness of breath. could it be the beginnings of a lung infection? do these typically go away on their own without meds?

May need test, exam: COVID-19 pandemic at this time, so a doctor may wish to consult by video instead of requiring an in-person visit. Flu-like symptoms can be from a strep throat infection, a cold or influenza, or from some other cause like COVID-19. Usually, a person calls the doctor if the symptoms are bothersome, serious, recurrent, or persistent. COVID-19 testing depends on local availability. (5/12/20)