How long did you suffer before getting Allo?

I keep seeing posts by people saying they suffered x years before starting on Allo, where x is often > 5 yrs! Why? I got my first flare up 2 yrs ago and just finally got diagnosed and started Allo, I am mad at myself for not getting it started sooner since it only took me a few months to figure out it had to be gout. But I don't like doctors and am a bit of a procrastinator anyway so it took having a 4th big flare (2-3 weeks bed ridden each time) in 2 yrs before I broke down and found a rheumatologist and made my appointment.

My question is how long after your first flare did you suffer before getting Allo. Why did you take so long to get on Allo?