Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune inflammatory connective tissue disease involving multiple organs that occurs mostly in young women, with an increasing number of early, mild and atypical cases. Once SLE is confirmed, it should be treated with medication early. Before taking medication, first of all, you should pay attention to the following points: 1. Have a correct understanding of this disease: So far, SLE, like chronic diseases such as hypertension and diabetes, cannot be completely cured, but through reasonable and effective medication, the disease can be well controlled to ensure your quality of life, so don’t feel afraid and lose confidence because of suffering from SLE. On the other hand, remember not to blindly consult doctors or believe in any advertisement claiming to be able to cure lupus, no matter where you are, you must find a professional rheumatologist for treatment. 2, need to do a good job of self-protection: for example, in summer try to wear long sleeves or play umbrella, avoid direct sunlight, avoid catching cold and cold, avoid going to places with turbid air, etc. 3. This is the most important concern of many patients: do they need hormone or “disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs” treatment? SLE is a very dangerous disease that must be treated, and hormones and disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs are essential for the treatment of lupus. These drugs, like any other drugs, may have some side effects, but they are insignificant compared to the danger of lupus erythematosus. On the other hand, rheumatologists are well aware of the possible adverse effects of each medication and will monitor you closely when you use them, so you do not have to worry too much about their use. The drugs for treating lupus erythematosus mainly include the following categories: 1. glucocorticoids: commonly used ones such as prednisone, prednisolone, Medrol; 2. disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs: commonly used cyclophosphamide, azathioprine, cyclosporine, tretinoin, chloroquine, etc.; 3. biological agents, intravenous gammaglobulin, etc.