Springtime Hayfever in Christchurch: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments at 1 Health Wigram

Bernard Teo • 12 October 2025

Hayfever Treatment Christchurch & Wigram | Allergy & Asthma Care – 1 Health

Springtime Hayfever in Christchurch: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments at 1 Health Wigram


Breathe Freely This Spring with Expert Allergy and Asthma Care in Christchurch

As spring blooms across Christchurch and Wigram, so do seasonal allergies. For many locals, this is the time when sneezing, itchy eyes, and runny noses peak — classic signs of hayfever (allergic rhinitis). At 1 Health Medical Centre Wigram, we provide effective hayfever treatment in Christchurch to help you breathe easier and enjoy the season again.


What Causes Hayfever?


Hayfever is an allergic response to airborne particles such as pollen, dust mites, or mould spores. During spring, pollen from trees, grass, and flowers becomes abundant in the Canterbury region, triggering your body’s release of histamine. This leads to nasal inflammation, itching, and watery eyes — hallmark signs of allergic rhinitis.


Common Hayfever Symptoms

  • Sneezing or nasal congestion
  • Runny or itchy nose
  • Watery, red, or itchy eyes
  • Coughing or throat irritation
  • Poor sleep and daytime tiredness


When hayfever is not well controlled, it can also aggravate the lungs and increase the risk of wheezing and coughing, especially if undiagnosed asthma is present.


The Connection Between Hayfever, Asthma, and Eczema

People with hayfever often also have asthma or eczema — a link known as the atopic triad. All three conditions result from an overactive immune response to allergens. During high pollen seasons, poorly managed hayfever can worsen asthma symptoms, increasing coughing, chest tightness, or shortness of breath.


At 1 Health Wigram, our doctors can evaluate and manage all three to help you stay well year-round.


Hayfever Treatments Available in Christchurch and Wigram

At 1 Health Medical Centre, we tailor hayfever treatments in Christchurch to your specific needs.

  • Antihistamines (oral tablets): Common first-line treatment for sneezing, itchy eyes, and runny nose. Taken once daily for effective symptom control.
  • Nasal sprays: Either antihistamine or corticosteroid sprays help reduce nasal congestion and inflammation directly in your nose.
  • Eye drops: Target itchy, red, and watery eyes caused by pollen exposure.
  • Montelukast: A prescription tablet useful for patients who also experience asthma-like symptoms or night-time coughs.
  • Steroids (short course): For severe or resistant hayfever when other treatments are not sufficient.


Our team can help you combine these treatments for the best relief throughout the allergy season.


Breathing Tests and Asthma Assessment

If you experience persistent coughing or wheezing, you might have undiagnosed asthma. Our clinic offers spirometry testing in Christchurch, which measures your lung function before and after inhaler use. This simple test helps diagnose asthma and monitor your improvement over time. If needed, our doctors can start you on inhaler therapy and recheck your lung function regularly.


Why Choose 1 Health for Hayfever Care

  • Convenient Wigram location serving the wider Christchurch and Canterbury area
  • Friendly doctors experienced in hayfever, asthma, and allergy management
  • On-site spirometry and inhaler training
  • Quick access to prescription medications and follow-up reviews



Don’t let allergies stop you from enjoying spring. For hayfever treatment in Christchurch, asthma testing, and expert allergy care, visit 1 Health Medical Centre Wigram.

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