This Bride-to-Be Took Matters into Her Own Hands and Found Relief and Care for her Uterine Fibroids

Dysmenorrhea, or painful, heavy periods, is an unspoken epidemic affecting millions of women. Forty-two million women in the U.S. suffer from painful periods, and dysmenorrhea is one of the common causes of lost work or school hours for women. For HR specialist Cyndia Diaz, suddenly experiencing heavy and painful periods left her exhausted and searching for answers. Diaz was diagnosed with uterine fibroids, and the California native set out to find compassionate care that would help her feel normal again. She quickly learned that finding the right care would be difficult, to say the least, “The most challenging part of my hormone journey has been finding someone who actually takes your symptoms seriously and listens to you.”

That was before Diaz discovered Allara, which she says made all the difference. Keep reading to learn more about this dog mom’s hormonal health journey. 

Give us a bit of background on you

My name is Cyndia Diaz. I was born and raised in California. I work in HR Payroll and share content on social media about my journey with fibroids. I have two senior rescue pitbull mixes, and I am engaged to an amazing man, #2025Bride

What led to your fibroid diagnosis?

In 2022, I started suffering from painful, heavy periods and was diagnosed with uterine fibroids.

What has been the most challenging aspect of your hormonal health journey?

Finding quality care with someone who listens to you and takes your symptoms seriously has been, by far, the most challenging part of my journey. Before finding Allara, it was nearly impossible to get my doctor to run specific tests or seriously consider my symptoms. I was repeatedly brushed off or offered birth control as my only option. 

What was the turning point in your journey?

I started advocating for myself and sought better treatment focused on patient care. Now, I am working with Allara and a holistic doctor, which is life-changing. Since making that change and going through problems with traditional doctors, I’ve been on a mission to learn about hormone issues, advocate for myself, and share as much information as possible with other women who may be struggling and feel alone like I did.

How long have you been an Allara patient? Can you share a bit about your experience thus far?

I’ve been an Allara patient for about four months. The difference between Allara and past doctors is night and day. The Allara team takes the time to thoroughly explain my symptoms, treatment options and any updates to my condition. They also run tests that my past providers would not do, rather out of ignorance or apathy. 

For example, I was constantly tired and dealing with fatigue, but when I brought it up to my other doctor, they said my bloodwork was normal. It turns out they never checked my iron levels, and I am anemic. Now that I have corrected my iron deficiency, I feel so much better. The providers at Allara make me feel seen and heard.

What is the most valuable advice you've been given during your hormone health journey?

The most valuable advice I’ve received is to listen to your body and advocate for yourself. Nobody knows you better than you; if you aren’t finding answers, it’s because you’re not asking the right people. 

What guidance would you offer people facing similar challenges? 

Keep asking questions until you find a solution because everyone deserves to be heard. I also think it’s important to know you are not alone and you matter. Your symptoms aren’t insignificant, and heavy bleeding isn’t normal. You’re not being dramatic or weak—you just haven’t talked to the right people yet. Keep pushing and advocating for yourself, no matter what.