James Cai, a 32 year old physician’s assistant from NJ was the first confirmed coronavirus case in New Jersey. James started to feel sick after attending a medical conference in NYC. – View our previous coverage of James’ story
It happened so quick – The virus is everything. Diarrhea, watery eyes, shortness of breath, chest pain, you name it. High fever, and every day its getting worse.
The virus has now spread to both of his lungs and he is in isolation, away from his family.
James told the NYPost on Monday that, “nobody knows” when he’ll fully recover and is struggling with weeks of isolation from his wife and little girl.
I don’t know what’s exactly going on with me
Cai’s symptoms were initially diarrhea, chest pains, and a fever. He says his frequent coughing has left him with rib pain.
