As her menstrual flow begins, Annika feels weak, nauseated, and has severe pain in the pelvic region, because of which she is unable to go to school. These symptoms occur at no other time. A likely diagnosis of Annika's condition is

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Primary dysmenorrhea refers to painful menstrual cramps that occur in the absence of other underlying medical conditions. Symptoms may include nausea and pelvic pain, and they typically occur around the time of menstruation. Amenorrhea refers to the absence of menstrual periods, premenstrual dysphoric disorder is a more severe form of premenstrual syndrome, and eclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication characterized by seizures.

As Her Menstrual Flow Begins, Annika Feels Weak, Nauseated, and Has