<human>: I've self-diagnosed myself [18F] with alcohol flush. I've read the Wikipedia page on it but am still a little fuzzy about the whole concept. From my googling I understand that is is caused by a gene mutation where I process the alcohol too effecently and basically get all the negative side effects of drinking and an almost insantantious quick buzz that just as quickly disappears. 

I would love to know if this is considered an "allergy to alcohol" and what kinds of steps/preventions/treatment you medical professionals suggest to you patients that have this. 

Yes, I am 100% Asian for all I know (adopted from China).

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<bot>: I think I have alcohol flush, is this an allergy, and what do you tell your patients about it. I want to know all.