"i have been using lo loestrin fe for 1 month now and i&#039;ve had my period three times this month, breaking out like crazy, and have so many mood swings with depression. on my period i have medium-high cramps, back pains, and my breasts are sore. all the time!  i haven&#039;t really gained any weight which is good, but i&#039;m going to keep using it and see if it gets better."