US EditionTeddi Mellencamp Says Doctors Missed The Spread of Her Cancer
NO LOC, JUL 18 – Teddi Mellencamp revealed doctors overlooked her melanoma's internal spread despite 17 removals, now undergoing immunotherapy with shrinking tumors, yet still stage 4 cancer.
- Teddi Mellencamp, a 44-year-old Real Housewives star, revealed in 2025 that her melanoma progressed to stage 4, spreading to her brain and lungs.
- Her cancer advanced because doctors chose not to perform full-body scans, citing her prior melanoma stages had not exceeded stage one.
- Despite 17 procedures removing at least 16 melanomas and numerous doctor visits, Mellencamp’s metastases remained undetected until advanced surgery and treatments were needed.
- She emphasized the importance of standing up for your own health if you’re feeling unwell and recommended securing life insurance before any illness arises.
- Mellencamp’s experience highlights risks in melanoma monitoring and underlines the importance of proactive health advocacy and regular comprehensive scans.
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Teddi Mellencamp is encouraging others to advocate for their health amid her own journey with stage 4 cancer. The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum, 44, opened up to close friend Kyle Richards in a conversation about her cancer journey published in Glamour on Thursday, revealing that she believes doctors missed the spread of melanoma […]
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