Teddi Mellencamp Faces Stage 4 Cancer with 50/50 Survival Odds

The former 'Real Housewives' star shares the emotional and physical toll of her battle, including recent treatments and support from her family.

Mellencamp's melanoma has progressed to stage 4, with metastases in her brain and lungs, and she is actively undergoing radiation and immunotherapy treatments.
Doctors have given her a 50/50 chance of survival, emphasizing the limited research on her immunotherapy regimen, which has only been in use since 2011.
She recently shared before-and-after photos documenting her physical transformation, including hair loss caused by her treatments, while candidly discussing her emotional struggles.
Her father, musician John Mellencamp, has been deeply involved in her care, even initiating discussions about burial plans in the family mausoleum.
Teddi continues to find strength in her family and children, focusing on moments of positivity while openly addressing the challenges of her condition.