Thanks for your query. From the details you have given, I would agree with the diagnosis your doctor has made and with the line of treatment. Methotrexate acts as a disease-modifying drug (medicine that works on the basic disease process & controls the disease activity) and is a very good medicine. However, it is a slow acting drug and takes time for showing results.

I can understand your anxiety. Disease in a child can be quite disturbing for the entire family. However if you maintain a positive outlook it will not only help you but also in supporting your son to cope with arthritis.
Try to be patient and I am sure your son will start showing improvement.

As regards itchy eyes, consult an ophthalmologist because sometimes, juvenile idiopathic arthritis can be associated with uveitis (inflammation of eyes).

Regards Dr Parshant

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