Which of the following statements regarding sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is accurate?

A) People can be carriers of STDs without being aware of it.
B) The more sexual partners you have, the higher the risk of exposure.
C) The symptoms of some STDs disappear as the infection progresses.
D) All of the above statements are accurate.

A) Many STDs can be asymptomatic, meaning a person may not have any symptoms but can still transmit the infection to others.
B) Having multiple sexual partners increases the likelihood of coming into contact with someone who has an STD.
C) Some STDs, such as gonorrhea or chlamydia, may not cause symptoms initially, but if left untreated, can lead to more serious health problems. Others, like herpes, can have periods of symptomlessness even while the infection persists.