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Based on the symptoms you've described and the visible growth, this situation requires prompt professional attention. The combination of Dubai's high ambient humidity and constant AC operation creates a perfect environment for mold, particularly in confined, poorly ventilated spaces like closets on interior walls. The condensation from the AC unit likely provides the moisture source.

Your husband's symptoms—nocturnal stuffy nose and cough that resolves when he leaves the room—are strong clinical indicators of a mold-related health response. Prolonged exposure to mold spores, especially from types like Stachybotrys (black mold), can exacerbate or lead to chronic respiratory issues, allergic reactions, and sinusitis.

Given the health symptoms are already present, I would classify this as a priority case. It is not advisable to sleep in that room until a professional assessment is completed. The spores become airborne during disturbance, and continued exposure will likely worsen symptoms.

For your safety, do not attempt to clean it yourself with bleach or household products. This can aerosolize the spores and worsen indoor air quality. A certified professional inspection is critical to identify the moisture source, assess the extent of growth (which is often more widespread than what is visible), and perform remediation according to UAE standards, which include containment, HEPA filtration, and proper disposal.

I strongly recommend you contact a certified provider like Saniservice immediately for an inspection. Our experts can conduct air and surface sampling to identify the species and provide a remediation plan to resolve the moisture issue and safely remove the contamination. You can reach our team at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or hello@saniservice.com.