Gary suffered from Gout for 16 years before getting a diagnosis. The disease affected him so badly that he had to walk with crutches. He shares how he advocated for himself to finally get a diagnosis and the positive impact it had on his life. We also discuss how to prevent Gout flares, through diet and medication.

This episode is very personal for me, as I also suffer from Gout. I share my own experience, which is very different to Gary's.

The song that Gary chose is Hi Ren by Ren.

It took 20 years for Emily to get the right diagnosis of Psoriatic Arthritis, and to get a life-changing treatment. She shares how overwhelming her symptoms can be, preventing her from doing the most simple tasks. She also talks about patient advocacy and how important it is to hear the patient's voice in healthcare.

The song Emily selected is That's me by Tara Maclean.