Are sickle cell patients becoming addicted to pain relief? new study investigates

This completed observational study looked at how often young people with sickle cell disease (under 26) in France develop problematic use of painkillers and a gas mixture called EMONO. Researchers interviewed over 1,000 patients by phone to check for signs of addiction or dependence. The goal was to better understand the difference between true addiction and 'pseudo-addiction' caused by untreated pain, helping doctors improve pain management without fear of misuse.