Hey reality TV fans and everyone sending good vibes out there we have got an update on Teddi Mellencamp and it is a bit of a rollercoaster. The former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star has been super open about her skin cancer journey and now she's facing another hurdle with even more tumors. Let's get into what's happening and how Teddi is handling it because spoiler alert she is a total rockstar.
More Tumors Discovered: Brain and Lung Scans Bring New Challenge for Teddi Mellencamp
So Teddi shared a health update recently that no one wanted to hear. After dealing with some seriously bad headaches that landed her in the hospital doctors found not just one but multiple tumors in her brain. And now unfortunately things got a little tougher. Teddi revealed that scans found even more tumors – three more in her brain and two in her lungs. Yep you read that right five additional tumors. This is all connected to her melanoma which she has been battling for a while.
Over the past couple of years Teddi has been incredibly proactive about her health having over 17 spots of melanoma removed. Seventeen! That is a lot to deal with. And now this new development is definitely a setback but as you will see Teddi is not backing down.
Staying Positive and Fighting Back: Immunotherapy is Next Step in Teddi's Cancer Battle
Despite this tough news Teddi is showing incredible strength and optimism. She mentioned that doctors are hopeful that immunotherapy can help tackle these new tumors. immunotherapy is starting this Tuesday and Teddi says she is feeling "positive and excited" about beating these tumors. That is the spirit we love to see.
In true Teddi fashion she is also keeping her sense of humor. She even got a blonde wig joking that she likes short hair "just not the bald spots". And in a message to cancer channeling her inner Bravo star she said "Now as @bravoandy would say: with all due… f off cancer!". You gotta love her attitude right?
Recap of Teddi's Journey: From Brain Surgery to Ready for the Next Round
Let's take a quick look back at what Teddi has been going through recently:
- Weeks of Headaches: Teddi had been dealing with severe headaches for weeks which became "unbearable".
- Hospitalization and Brain Tumor Discovery: She was hospitalized and scans revealed "multiple tumors" in her brain that doctors believe had been growing for at least six months.
- Brain Surgery: In February Teddi underwent emergency brain surgery to remove four tumors. Smaller tumors were planned to be treated with radiation later.
- Recovery and Staples Out: Teddi shared updates post-surgery showing her shaved head and getting staples removed. She expressed gratitude for her medical team.
- Ready for Radiation and Then More News: She initially said she was "ready for radiation" but then received the news about the additional tumors in her brain and lungs.
- Immunotherapy Next: Teddi is now gearing up for immunotherapy treatment to target these new tumors and is staying positive throughout.
It's been a whirlwind for Teddi and she has been sharing her journey with honesty and vulnerability every step of the way.
Support System Strong: Family Friends and Fans Rally Around Teddi
Throughout this whole ordeal Teddi has been surrounded by support. Her estranged husband Edwin Arroyave has been there for her sharing updates and thanks to everyone for their prayers. Her former Real Housewives co-star Kyle Richards and other friends have also shown their support publicly. And of course her fans have been sending tons of love and well wishes online.
Teddi herself has expressed gratitude for all the love and support she has received. It is clear she is drawing strength from her family friends and the outpouring of positivity from her fans as she faces this next phase of her battle.
Podcast on Hold (Maybe): Teddi Prioritizing Health But Misses "Two T's In A Pod"
For fans of Teddi's podcast "Two T's In A Pod" with Tamra Judge there is a bit of uncertainty about when she will return. Teddi mentioned that she is not sure when she will be back on the podcast and is "listening to what the doctors and my bosses think is best for my brain." She recognizes the need to "protect herself" right now and focus on her health.
However she also made it clear that she misses the podcast "I miss the pod. I miss chatting with [Tamra Judge]. I miss Erika [Jayne]. I miss laughing. I miss watching all those ridiculous shows." So while her health is the priority she definitely plans to return to "Two T's In A Pod" when the time is right. We will be waiting for her return whenever she is ready.
Teddi Mellencamp: A Reminder of Strength Resilience and Openness
Teddi Mellencamp's journey is a powerful reminder of strength and resilience in the face of serious health challenges. She is facing this cancer battle head-on with a positive attitude determination and a willingness to share her experience openly. She is urging everyone to get their skin checked and highlighting the importance of early detection. Teddi's vulnerability and humor even in tough times are truly inspiring. Let's all continue to send her our support and positive energy as she starts immunotherapy and keeps fighting. We are all rooting for you Teddi!