Is it safe to apply hydrocortisone cream to surgical tape/incision area after breast reduction?

If you still have sutures and steristrips in place, putting any  cream on top would not be productive. As to the itching, this is not unusual and some cotton wicking between the incisions and the sports bra or compressive garment might be helpful.  Discuss any topical strategy with your surgeon and do not attempt to self treat.

Hello and thank you for your excellent question. If you are having itching along your incisions postoperatively, I do not recommend that you use a steroid cream. Rather, try to use an anti-itch cream, like benadryl or diphenhydramine cream. It is over the counter, and available at most pharmacies. If you have any questions, call our office for assistance. Good luck!
Best,

Jon Ver Halen, MD FACS

Harvard educated plastic surgeon

Texas “Top Doc”