Hair thinning and losing hair are common issues that many women experience during menopause. A big reason for this is the decrease in estrogen levels. Estrogen helps protect the hair follicles. When estrogen levels drop, the hormone DHT becomes more active, which can weaken the roots of the hair and cause more hair to fall out. Knowing how estrogen and DHT are connected can help women take action to reduce hair loss during menopause. To learn more about how to deal with hair loss caused by menopause