Stars cancer battle takes heartbreaking turn.
Teddi Mellencamp has revealed her doctors discovered five new tumors just weeks after her emergency brain cancer surgery.
Mellencamp’s cancer battle highlighted.
The former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star has been battling cancer.
Mellencamp’s health battle has been ongoing since October 2022 when she was diagnosed with stage II melanoma.
It was Kyle Richards who first noticed suspicious spots on Mellencamp’s back.
“She immediately took me to the doctor,” Mellencamp recalled.
Mellencamp endured nearly 20 surgeries as doctors tried to remove cancerous growths.
In July 2024, Mellencamp prepared for her 16th melanoma surgery.
“I keep fighting,” Mellencamp assured her fans at the time.
In February, Mellencamp was hospitalized after suffering severe headaches.
Teddi Mellencamp’s announcement unveiled.
The reality star, 43, shared the devastating news with her fans on Thursday.
Doctors then found multiple tumors on her brain, two of which required immediate surgery.
Doctors detected two tumors in her lungs and three more in her brain following a CT scan.
“Update from scans today: I have multiple tumors in my brain that weren’t able to be removed via surgery,” Mellencamp revealed.
“I also have two tumors in my lung,” she added.
Following her latest diagnosis, Mellencamp confirmed she’ll begin immunotherapy and radiation immediately.
Mellencamp’s hope amid cancer battle exposed.
Despite the grim news, Mellencamp says she’s feeling positive.
“I got this wig… and I like the short hair, just not the bald spots,” she joked.
Friends and fellow reality stars have rallied around Mellencamp since her diagnosis.
Tamra Judge cheered Mellencamp on, writing, “You are gonna kick cancer’s a**!”
Kyle Richards praised Mellencamp’s strength, recalling a funny post-surgery memory.
Dorit Kemsley, Cynthia Bailey, and Shanna Moakler also offered words of encouragement.
Mellencamp’s hopes for the future clarified.
Her courage has inspired fans and followers worldwide.
Despite her struggles, Mellencamp continued hosting her podcast with Tamra Judge.
Recently, Mellencamp revealed she’s unsure when she’ll return to the podcast.
“When you have four brain tumors, you have to protect yourself,” she explained.
As Mellencamp continues her fight, she remains optimistic.
“I’m feeling positive that I will win this battle,” Mellencamp declared.
“Thank you for the love, prayers, and encouragement,” Mellencamp added.
Teddi Mellencamp’s urgent message to fans resonates.
Mellencamp has urged fans to prioritize their own health checks.
“Please, book your skin checks, mammograms, OB/GYN visits, and eye appointments,” she advised.
Teddi Mellencamp’s recent diagnosis, which revealed the presence of five tumors, has shaken both her and her followers.
Despite the challenging news, she remains determined to face the road ahead with strength, resilience, and a commitment to sharing her journey with others.