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Stop using that room and keep the door closed. This is a serious situation requiring professional remediation, not DIY cleaning, due to the health symptoms you describe and the size of the contamination.

In Dubai's humid climate, simply wiping the visible growth is ineffective. The mold's root system (mycelium) penetrates porous materials like drywall and insulation, which almost certainly need to be removed and replaced. A proper remediation involves isolating the area with physical barriers, using negative air pressure machines (HEPA scrubbers) to prevent spores from spreading, and the safe disposal of all affected building materials. The underlying cause—the residual moisture from the condensation leak—must also be verified as fully resolved.

For a case involving family illness, always hire a company that provides independent, post-remediation verification (PRV) testing. This is a separate air and surface test conducted after the cleanup to confirm spore counts have returned to safe, background levels. This lab-verified proof is your only guarantee the problem is truly solved for good. Look for providers with certifications like IICRC and experience dealing with the specific condensation issues common in UAE AC systems.