Temir tanqislik kamqonlik kasalligini bolalar jismoniy rivojlanishiga ta’siri
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Iron-deficiency anemia is one of the most prevalent micronutrient deficiency disorders among children and remains a significant public health concern worldwide. This condition adversely affects physical growth, cognitive performance, immune function, and overall health status during childhood. The aim of this study was to assess the impact of iron-deficiency anemia on the physical development of school-aged children living in the Fergana Valley region. Hemoglobin levels in children aged 7–12 years residing in rural areas of the Fergana, Namangan, and Andijan regions were evaluated according to age and sex characteristics. Changes in hemoglobin indicators during 2022–2024 were analyzed to identify trends associated with iron deficiency. The findings demonstrated that several age groups had hemoglobin levels approaching or falling below physiological standards, indicating a potential risk of iron-deficiency anemia. The most pronounced unfavorable trends were observed among children from the Namangan region, whereas relatively stable or improved hemoglobin levels were recorded in certain age groups from the Fergana and Andijan regions. The study confirmed that iron deficiency negatively affects children’s physical growth, functional capacity, learning performance, and adaptive potential. Reduced hemoglobin levels were also associated with increased fatigue, lower physical activity, and decreased immune resistance. The results highlight the importance of early detection of iron deficiency conditions among schoolchildren, improvement of nutritional practices, increased consumption of iron-rich foods, and strengthening of preventive screening programs aimed at preserving and improving child health.