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Hall of Fame baseball player Mike Schmidt is one of the millions of men affected by the symptoms of BPH. Known as a fierce competitor on the field, Schmidt began experiencing the frequent and urgent need to use the bathroom nine years ago.

"I knew once I turned 50 that there would be changes in my body, but I was not prepared for the frequent and urgent need to use the bathroom," explains Schmidt. "It got to the point where going to the bathroom was getting in the way of activities like spending time with my family and hobbies like fishing and golf."

At his family's urging, Schmidt spoke to his doctor and was told the constant bathroom breaks weren't just signs of getting older -; they were caused by BPH. After being diagnosed with BPH, Schmidt also learned that it is not cancer. With his doctor's help, Schmidt developed a game plan to manage his symptoms of BPH with Uroxatral (alfuzosin HCl 10 mg extended-release tablets).

Understanding that it may be difficult for men to talk about BPH, Schmidt has partnered with Minor League Baseball to help educate men about this common condition through the "BPH Game Plan Starts with U: Catch the Whole Game" program. Schmidt is traveling to cities across the country to speak at Minor League Baseball games about his personal experience with BPH and how, with the help of his doctor, he is successfully managing his symptoms. "I won't be benched by BPH, and I don't want anyone else to be either," said Schmidt.

"While this may be an uncomfortable subject to address with anyone, talking with your doctor about urinary symptoms is an important first step to effectively manage an enlarged prostate," said Kevin McVary, M.D., professor of urology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. "If you're experiencing symptoms associated with BPH, it's important to talk to your physician about the right treatment option to manage your symptoms."

For more information about BPH and symptoms management, visit www.TalkAbout.BPH.com.