In a heartfelt interview with Us Weekly, Teddi Mellencamp has bravely opened up about her ongoing fight against cancer, revealing a devastating update: she has discovered four additional tumors on her brain. The former star of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" is currently battling stage 4 melanoma, which has sadly spread to her lungs and brain.

Teddi described this period as the most challenging time of her life. "This is definitely the hardest thing I've faced, but I find it less overwhelming now," she explained. Reflecting on her time in the ICU, she shared the anguish of missing key moments in her children's lives, stating, "When I realized it was my daughter's birthday and I couldn’t be there, it was heart-wrenching. Not being there for my kids the way I used to is still painful."

This journey has fostered unexpected closeness among her loved ones, including her ex-husband Edwin Arroyave, who stepped up significantly after her diagnosis. "We've always made each other laugh, so not being able to do that was tough. But with this experience, he’s completely transformed and has been there for me and the kids," she expressed.

Interestingly, it was Edwin who informed her famous father, rock legend John Mellencamp, about her situation. Teddi recounted, "I didn't expect my entire family to arrive here so quickly. The fact that my dad, who usually shies away from LA, stayed for 18 days, speaks volumes." She further shared that her father checks in daily, offering love and support, even when she isn't always in the mood for an uplifting chat.

As she navigates her treatment, Teddi has learned to give herself grace, a lesson imparted by her father who underwent a significant health scare in his 30s. "He advised me that, given certain medications, there will be days you feel out of control emotionally, and that's okay. You need to allow yourself that space," she reflected.

Throughout her ordeal, Teddi has found strength in the support from friends, especially her close confidante Kyle Richards, who helped facilitate urgent medical care for her. "Kyle has been my rock, always there for me," she acknowledged.

While Teddi's journey has seen some ups and downs, including the surprise outreach from former co-stars like Dorit Kemsley and Erika Jayne, she remains focused on her treatment and the future. "As I move forward, I look forward to regaining a sense of normalcy—traveling more with my kids and embracing life together," she stated.

With the recent news of additional tumors complicating her treatment plan, Teddi remains determined to persevere and maintain hope. Her journey continues to inspire many, showing that even in the face of adversity, the desire for normalcy and joy can prevail.