How alcohol affects pain in people living with HIV
Official title: Interactions of Alcohol and Pain in the Context of HIV
Funded at Lsu Health Sciences Center · NIH-10880265 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how drinking alcohol might help people with HIV manage their pain, while also considering the risks of alcohol use, to find better ways to support those dealing with both pain and alcohol issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lsu Health Sciences Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Orleans, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | May 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $48,191 |
| NIH project number | 5F30AA030941-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10880265 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV who experience neuropathic pain and have a history of alcohol use disorder.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have HIV or those without any history of alcohol use disorder may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between alcohol use and pain in individuals living with HIV. It utilizes both preclinical rodent models and clinical populations to explore how alcohol consumption may serve as a self-medication for HIV-related neuropathic pain. The study examines the emotional and physiological factors that contribute to alcohol use disorder in this population, focusing on the potential for alcohol to alleviate pain while also considering its negative effects. By understanding these interactions, the research aims to inform better treatment strategies for managing pain and alcohol dependence in people with HIV.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved pain management strategies for individuals living with HIV who also struggle with alcohol use disorder.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the interactions between alcohol use and pain management in various populations, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Lsu Health Sciences Center
New Orleans, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fitzpatrick-Schmidt, Taylor — Lsu Health Sciences Center
- Study coordinator: Fitzpatrick-Schmidt, Taylor
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.