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Stop the AC unit in that room immediately to prevent it from circulating spores. The combination of constant condensation from the AC and Dubai's high ambient humidity creates a perfect environment for this kind of growth, especially on porous surfaces like drywall.

For a situation of this scale with health symptoms present, the fastest path is to contact a professional remediation company with its own microbiology lab. This allows for a single visit: the team can contain the area, safely remove the contaminated materials, clean the space, and take a surface or air sample for immediate lab analysis to identify the mold type and confirm the spore count has returned to a safe level. Look for a provider certified by an organization like the IICRC.

While waiting for professionals, keep the children out of the room and avoid disturbing the mold yourself, as this can release a large number of spores. The lab test is crucial—it moves the solution from "it looks clean" to verifying it is scientifically safe for your family to re-occupy the space.