12 early warning signs that cancer cells may be developing in your body.

4. Unusual lumps or swellings

A new lump under the skin, in the chest, neck, groin, or armpit, can be one of the first symptoms of abnormal cell growth. Always have persistent lumps examined by a doctor.

5. Skin changes

Your skin can reflect what is happening inside your body. Note:

Darkening, yellowing, or reddening of the skin

Wounds that do not heal

New or changing moles

These may be related to skin cancer or internal cancers.

6. Persistent cough or hoarseness

A cough that persists for longer than three weeks, especially if there is blood in it, may indicate lung or laryngeal cancer. Hoarseness that does not improve can also be a warning sign. Click through to the next page.