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For your curtains, dispose of them immediately. Mold on porous fabric like curtains is nearly impossible to fully remediate, especially with asthma in the home. The priority is removing the source of spores your children are breathing.

The wall behind it needs professional assessment. In Dubai's climate, this level of growth suggests a persistent moisture issue, likely from condensation due to the temperature difference between your AC-cooled room and the humid external air, a common problem in Jumeirah apartments. Scrubbing visible mold is not enough; the hyphae (root network) can penetrate plasterboard.

Do not attempt to clean the wall with bleach, as it can aggravate asthma and only bleaches the surface without killing the roots. A certified mold inspector should conduct a moisture survey of the wall to find the exact condensation point and use a borescope to check for damage inside the cavity. They will take air and surface samples for lab analysis to identify the species, which is critical for assessing health risk and determining the correct remediation protocol.

For a child with asthma, this is a serious concern. The remediation company must follow standards like the IICRC S520 for mold removal. They will likely need to remove a section of the affected drywall, treat the cavity, and address the underlying moisture issue, perhaps with improved insulation or a dehumidification strategy. Always request a post-remediation verification test to confirm the spore count in the room has returned to a safe level.