"i first started with lo loestrin and had a terrible experience with it the first month or so. i then switched to minastrin to see if my body can handle it. the first few months were great, no crazy side effects and my period was super light- no cramps and lasted about 4 days at most. about a month and a half ago that&#039;s when it got worse. i have a headache every single day.. constant dizziness and fatigue. i&#039;m a personal trainer so it&#039;s my lifestyle to eat right and train almost everyday. i noticed i&#039;m not losing any fat, instead i gained about 3lbs and constantly feel like i&#039;m retaining water. as i type this i have a throbbing headache on the left side of my head. all i want to do is sleep and even if i take advil my pain does not go away."