Could this mold cause our coughs and who removes it in Dubai?« Back to Previous Page

Yes, the mold you found is very likely the cause of the persistent coughing and sore throats. The black, fuzzy growth is actively releasing spores into your bedroom's air, which are then inhaled. This commonly causes upper respiratory irritation, headaches, and worsened allergy symptoms, especially in children.

In Dubai's high humidity, this is a frequent issue. The damp feeling you noticed is a key indicator; condensation forms on cooler surfaces like exterior walls or behind furniture, creating the perfect damp environment for mold to flourish, often hidden from view.

For a case like this with health symptoms and visible growth, a professional inspection is strongly recommended. Do not attempt to remove it yourself, as improper handling can aerosolize a massive amount of spores, worsening the contamination and your symptoms.

You should call a certified mold remediation company. In Dubai, look for providers who conduct a preliminary assessment, then perform the remediation under containment to prevent cross-contamination, and crucially, can provide a verified clearance test from an independent microbiology lab to confirm the air quality is safe afterwards. This documented result is what separates a proper remediation from a simple cleaning. The process typically involves identifying and correcting the moisture source (like a hidden leak or insufficient ventilation), safe removal of contaminated materials, and HEPA vacuuming and air scrubbing.