Could mold in my kids' room cause their cough?« Back to Previous Page

Yes, that mold is very likely contributing to their coughs and sore throats. In Dubai's high humidity, mold spores become airborne and are easily inhaled, which is a common irritant for the respiratory system, especially in children.

The wall facing the outside is a classic trouble spot. The intense outdoor heat meeting the cooled indoor air from your AC creates condensation inside the wall cavity, providing the constant moisture mold needs to grow behind the clothes and out of sight. This hidden growth means the spores are constantly being released into the room's air.

For immediate action, move the children to another room. Carefully remove all items from the closet. Do not attempt to scrub the patch yourself, as this can release a massive cloud of spores. Wipe down all hard surfaces in the room with a damp cloth and keep the AC running to help control humidity levels.

Given the location on an external wall and the health symptoms, a professional inspection is strongly recommended. The visible patch is often just the tip of the iceberg; the moisture source could be a small leak or significant condensation within the wall that requires proper identification and remediation to prevent it from returning. A certified inspector can assess the full extent and identify the mold type, which is crucial for understanding the health risk and planning the correct remediation strategy.