Acute myeloid leukaemia is a cancer that arises in the precursors of myeloid cells in bone marrow. In normal circumstances, these form white blood cells.
Hodgkin's lymphoma is cancer affecting lymphocytes of the lymphatic system, most common in young adults. It is treated with chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is cancer of the lymphatic system's lymphocytes. It may cause anaemia and affect liver function. It is treated with radiotherapy.
Leptospirosis is an animal-borne bacterial infection which occurs in hot, wet weather and usually causes sudden fever, headaches, vomiting and diarrhoea.