If you add heat, the pain and discomfort are relieved temporarily
You feel worse when cold.
There is cold in your body stopping circulation from working as it should.
Probably there is a lessenng of your Yang Qi and this may also show up as a general lessening of your thyroid function.
This may need substantial help – find a good acupucnturist/natural health care professional.
It is more tnan ‘just’ painful periods happening – they are the warning.
Avoid all cold or cool environments, air and foods/fluids.
Follow all advice in Menstrual Rescue
Removing cold and adding moxa and massage will assist in all aspects.