Paterno's son issues statement on lung cancer

Published Nov. 18, 2011 4:20 p.m. ET

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Scott Paterno says his 84-year-old father has a treatable form of lung cancer in a statement provided to The Associated Press by a family representative:

''Last weekend my father was diagnosed with a treatable form of lung cancer during a follow-up visit for a bronchial illness. He is currently undergoing treatment and his doctors are optimistic that he will make a full recovery. As everyone can appreciate, this is a deeply personal matter for my parents, and we simply ask that his privacy be respected as he proceeds with treatment.