And although they are considered "minor", this is not to say that these problems are not potentially very uncomfortable.
I have seen many instances where women that are in pain and are looking for treatment are often thought to be just overreacting. The word "minor" is listed here in reference to side effects, but it is acknowledged that the effects can be uncomfortable. I feel that pregnancy is a beautiful thing, but in many cases, it is miserable and painful process. I am not sure if I am looking into this sentence too much, or if the word "minor" was placed here due to a repeating pattern of women not taken seriously about their pain or discomfort levels.