Sharp pains during period

H.B.

Just wondering if this happens to anyone else. I used to have cramps but the last few cycles I’ve just kind of had sharp pains that are on and off. You know when you pull a tampon out and it’s still dry and you get that pain. That’s kind of what it feels like. It’s gotten to the point that I’ve switched from tampons to pads because the pain is worse with tampons. Any ideas, advice?