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This requires immediate attention. Given the visible growth and the children's persistent cough, you should arrange for professional assessment and remediation within the next few days. The cough is likely a reaction to the mold spores now airborne in the room.

In Dubai's climate, AC condensation is a primary cause of this issue, especially in areas like Al Barsha with high humidity. The constant cycle of cooling creates dampness on cold surfaces like window frames, providing the perfect environment for mold to thrive year-round.

Do not attempt to clean this yourself. Disturbing the colony without proper containment will aerosolize a massive amount of spores, potentially worsening the air quality and your children's symptoms. Professional remediators will isolate the area, use HEPA filtration to capture spores, and safely remove the contaminated materials.

The priority is to identify the moisture source—likely the AC condensate drain or a seal failure—and fix it. Otherwise, the mold will return quickly even after cleaning. A proper inspection can pinpoint this.

For health concerns, a certified microbial investigation that includes air and surface sampling can identify the specific type of mold, which helps determine the appropriate remediation protocol and provides peace of mind. Once the source is fixed and the mold is professionally removed, you should see a measurable improvement in indoor air quality and a reduction in symptoms.