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Stop using that room immediately and arrange for professional mold remediation within the next few days. The constant coughing and new allergies are strong indicators of exposure. In Dubai's climate, this mold is actively releasing spores into your air 24/7 due to the high humidity and the AC's condensation cycle.

For the doctor, visit a general practitioner first. Describe the prolonged exposure and show them pictures of the mold. They can assess your family's symptoms and may order blood tests to check for mycotoxin exposure or refer you to a specialist, like an allergist or pulmonologist. Treating the health effects requires stopping the exposure first.

The remediation must address the source—likely the AC drain line clog causing the drip and the damp wall. A proper company will contain the area, remove contaminated materials like drywall or insulation, HEPA-vacuum the spores, and treat the area with antimicrobial solutions. Crucially, they should provide before-and-after air quality test results from an independent lab to verify the spore count is safe. Do not attempt to clean this yourself, as disturbing it will aerosolize a massive amount of spores.

Once remediated, prevent recurrence by ensuring your AC unit is serviced regularly to keep the drain line clear and consider using a dehumidifier, especially during the more humid winter months.