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Given the size (dinner plate), location (bedroom), and the fact it's damp with ongoing respiratory symptoms in children, this requires professional assessment immediately. In Dubai's high humidity, especially in older Jumeirah villas, a patch that size on an interior wall often indicates a more significant moisture issue behind it, likely from condensation or a slow leak.

You can attempt to clean a very small patch yourself with a dedicated mold remover from a hardware store, but this situation exceeds a DIY approach for two key reasons. First, improper cleaning can aerosolize spores and worsen the cough. Second, and most critically, you must identify and stop the moisture source; simply wiping the visible mold is a temporary fix. Professionals use moisture meters and thermal imaging to find the hidden dampness causing the problem.

For any mold over a few square inches, especially with health symptoms present, the EPA and DHA guidelines recommend professional remediation. They will contain the area, use HEPA filtration to capture spores during removal, and most importantly, diagnose the root cause—be it poor insulation causing condensation, an AC drain leak, or seepage from the exterior. Given the climate, this is a common issue that needs a science-driven solution to prevent rapid regrowth.