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Teddi Mellencamp Faces New Tumor Diagnoses in Brain and Lungs

The former 'Real Housewives' star remains optimistic as she begins immunotherapy treatment for metastasized melanoma.

  • Teddi Mellencamp announced that doctors have identified three additional tumors in her brain and two in her lungs, all linked to her melanoma diagnosis from 2022.
  • She previously underwent surgery in February to remove four brain tumors and has since been preparing for further treatments, including radiation and immunotherapy.
  • Doctors are hopeful that immunotherapy, set to begin Tuesday, will effectively address the remaining tumors.
  • Mellencamp shared her positivity and determination to overcome her cancer, humorously referencing her new wig and maintaining her sense of humor on social media.
  • She has received strong support from her family, friends, and fans, including messages of encouragement from fellow 'Real Housewives' stars.
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