Teddi Mellencamp Undergoes Major Surgery in Ongoing Skin Cancer Battle

Former 'Real Housewives' Star Continues to Advocate for Regular Skin Checks Amid Recovery

Teddi Mellencamp, former star of 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills', has undergone a major surgery to remove her 13th melanoma after previous treatments proved unsuccessful.
The surgery involved a 'wide excision melanoma, soft tissue defect reconstruction with adjacent tissue rearrangement', where a large area of her shoulder was cut out and replaced with a flap of skin from her back.
Mellencamp has been battling Stage 2 skin cancer since her diagnosis in October 2022, and has been open about her journey, sharing updates on social media.
Despite the pain and discomfort, Mellencamp remains positive and grateful, stating that the surgery was 'worth it'.
She continues to urge her followers to get their skin checked regularly, emphasizing the importance of early detection and prevention.