“Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” alum Teddi Mellencamp has shared her melanoma story on social media in hopes it helps others get checked. After undergoing surgery at the end of October and sharing photos every step of the way, she recently gave an update to her fans and followers on Instagram.
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Teddi Mellencamp Recently Shared A New “Melanoma Update” On Instagram
“Melanoma update: Three removed lymph nodes came back clear! Of the 6 extra spots on my back that were biopsied, 5 were melanoma and had to be surgically removed; one was benign,’ she began her caption. “We will continue to watch everything. like a hawk, because my oncologist said it’s very rare to have multiple melanomas in one place.”
Mellencamp, 41, explained that she had undergone genetic mutation testing and was awaiting the results. “But a clean lymph node is a huge victory and good news that we’re celebrating today, because that puts me under even more stress. As always, thanks for the love and support. It really helped me through this.” She ended her caption with a reminder for everyone to say, “Please go get checked 💕🙌🏼.”
Teddi Mellencamp – Instagram
Teddi Mellencamp Tells Her Story So Others Will Be Proactive And Get Checked
Mellencamp shared photos and information shortly after undergoing surgery. He has been open about his journey from the beginning. Her post-surgery post was captioned, “Yesterday, I underwent surgery. I had a melanoma removed. I have inflamed lymph nodes so they are also removed and additional biopsies are being done. Hopefully I will get that decision soon.”
He continued his caption by explaining the process and why he shared his story. “Next Wednesday I will do a full genetic mutation test for BRCA2, etc. I’m not sharing this for sympathy- I’m sharing it because one of the things that kept me going through all of this was your message telling me you got tested,” he wrote.
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Mellencamp credits her family for being her support system through this journey. The mother of three, Slate, 10, Cruz, 8, and Dove, 2, with husband Edwin Arroyave, shared a melanoma update in early October to help bring awareness to the topic.
“Melanoma awareness update. Although I was worried, I listened to my doctor’s advice and went for my 3 month skin check last week since my previous melanoma. They said I had another abnormal spot near my last spot so they did a biopsy. I got a call this morning: Stage 2 melanoma,” her caption began. “Now, next Wednesday I go to the oncologist to cut it out and make a game plan for the next step. Of course, this is all pending some additional tests and another nearby biopsy taken today. Moral of the story: if the doctor says, “go in every 3 months” please log in every 3 months.”
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“What Can Happen in Three Months?”
The reality star went on to explain that she only wanted to cancel the appointment thinking “What could happen in three months?”
“Looks like a lot,” the caption continued. “I continue to share this journey because I was still a teenager in the 90s, putting baby oil and iodine on my skin to tan it. Never wore sunscreen or checked my moles until I was 40. This has been a wake-up call for me, and I hope for all of you, to love and protect the skin you have.”
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Many of the reality star’s fans commented on her post saying she has helped remind them to make appointments and stay proactive about their health. And a few others shared their own personal stories.
One follower wrote, “I actually just made my follow-up appt earlier today. Was supposed to be in June. I put it off. 🤦🏼♀️. (Diagnosed with invasive malignant melanoma Dec 2022).” Another added, “Thanks for being open all the time. 👏🏻You’ve inspired me to finally go to some shady places (all clear, thanks!). 🙌🏻” Another fan wrote, “I take your post as a sign to see my dermatologist. I’m avoiding one place. Thank you! You’re brave and you have this!💛.”
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