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still badly scarred

i was pretty badly burned about 1 year ago the scar is red and raised is there still a chance for infection? or am i in the clear if it has been ok for 12 months now
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A related discussion, What is the best way to treat an old burn scar? was started.
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thank you very much
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At 12 months you are safe from the development of infection.  
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