Cough for 1 week with chest discomfort is most commonly due to throat chest infection or bronchitis, not heart attack.
You can try Steam inhalation,Warm fluids, honey
Avoid cold items. Rest.
If cough persists more than 2 weeks, fever, phlegm, or worsening pain get a Chest X-ray and a CBC
Avoid self starting antibiotics unless prescribed.
You can book a consultation with me so I can assess properly and guide treatment 👍
Answered2026-04-17 08:46:22
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