What is a potential outcome of ignoring symptoms of STDs?

Ignoring symptoms of STDs can lead to increased risk of severe health complications. When individuals do not seek treatment for STDs, the infections can progress and cause more serious health issues. For instance, untreated STDs like chlamydia and gonorrhea can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) in women, which may result in infertility, ectopic pregnancy, and chronic pain. In men, untreated STDs can lead to epididymitis and potentially infertility as well. Additionally, some STDs can become systemic and affect other organs, leading to complications such as cardiovascular disease in the case of untreated syphilis. Overall, recognizing and addressing STD symptoms promptly is vital to prevent further health deterioration and protect reproductive health.

The other options do not accurately reflect the realities of ignoring STD symptoms; improved immunity is not a viable outcome, guaranteed recovery without treatment is unrealistic, and ignoring symptoms certainly poses the risk of long-term effects stemming from untreated infections.