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Can a scar get infected?
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Yes...: Yes, a scar can become infected. Should keep clean and dry. May apply antibiotic ointment.
Answered 4/19/2015
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Infection: Scar does not have much blood circulation in it. It can be infected but wont be typical as it is in the normal tissue.
Answered 5/3/2015
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