Teddi Mellencamp reveals skin cancer scare on social media

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Teddi Mellencamp is using a health scare to encourage others to get a skin cancer check.The 40-year-old reality star credited her friend, actress Kyle Richards, with discovering that a mole on her back had changed colors and rushing her to see a doctor.Teddi posted about her experience in a long Instagram post writing, 'On my way to work which is why I am all glammed up.

However, this is a reminder to please go get your yearly skin checks.' Health scare: Teddi Mellencamp is using her recent health scare to encourage others to get their annual skin care checks.

The actress credited her friend, actress Kyle Richards, with finding the concerning mole on her backThe picture shows a portion of the media influencer's back covered with gauze bandages where the doctor had excised the troublesome mole.The mother of three said she had been putting off getting the area looked at due to anxiety. 'I had been avoiding mine bc of my own anxiety for a very long time but when @kylerichards18 saw my back and it had changed colors again, she immediately took me to the doc who within minutes said it looks like melanoma and did a big removal.''I am doing my best to stay present and positive as I head to [film] today,' she added.'Grateful that I am busy to keep my mind from racing as I await the results.

I find strength in being honest with you all and hope this helps others. Please let this be a reminder to take action on your own skin.' Keep watch: The social media influencer shared before and after pictures of the affected area showing a mole with uneven borders and darkened areas.