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- ISBN 9781804193839
- Weight: 380g
- Dimensions: 150 x 232mm
- Publication Date: 30 Apr 2026
- Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Paperback
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'In this essential book, Dr Liz Murray provides accurate, practical and empowering information that every woman should have access to.' - Professor Andrew Horne, Director of Centre for Reproductive Health, University of Edinburgh; Speciality Advisor to CMO for OBGYN, Scottish Government; and President of World Endometriosis Society
For generations, women's health concerns have been dismissed, minimised, or misunderstood. But heavy, painful periods are not normal, and suffering in silence should not be an option. In this groundbreaking and compassionate guide, Dr Liz Murray blends medical expertise with her own experience of living with endometriosis and chronic illness, to give readers the clarity, language, and confidence to finally be heard.
Drawing on the latest research into endometriosis, fibroids, adenomyosis and PCOS, Dr Murray explains what's really happening inside your body and how these conditions can affect women in very different ways. She offers practical tools for self-advocacy, demystifies diagnosis, and lays out treatment paths that empower rather than overwhelm.
Inside, you'll learn how to:
- Spot the early signs your body wants you to notice
- Recognise the crucial role of hormones and your immune system play in your health
- Navigate the path to diagnosis
- Understand your options for treatments
- Deal with issues affecting your fertility, menopause, and relationships
All women deserve to feel supported and empowered in their own bodies. Not Just Painful Periods is more than book - it's a revolution in women's health, delivered with warmth, wisdom, and unshakeable hope.
Dr Liz Murray BCA(H), MBBS, Dip MedSci
Dr Liz Murray is a British medical doctor, author, and women's health advocate specialising in menstrual health, chronic gynaecological conditions, and patient-led healthcare reform.
A former NHS doctor, she bridges clinical expertise with lived experience to address the widespread normalisation of menstrual pain and delayed diagnosis in women's healthcare. Her work focuses on conditions including endometriosis, adenomyosis, PCOS, premature ovarian insufficiency, and PMDD.
After navigating her own health challenges including autoimmune disease, endometriosis, secondary infertility and a hysterectomy in her early 30's Liz began utilising her unique insight as both patient and doctor to strive for patient-centric care reforms.
Liz is the founder of the charity Mortal And Strong, which supports individuals navigating complex diagnoses and recovery from serious illness, and leads public education initiatives on health equity and patient empowerment.
For her work as an activist for health inequalities, Liz was the recipient of the British Citizen Award (People's Honours) for her services to health.
Through writing, speaking, and media commentary, Liz works to improve understanding of menstrual health as a vital component of whole-body wellbeing.
