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What causes Bromidrosis?

  1. Decreased melanocyte activity

  2. Foul smelling perspiration from yeast

  3. Bacterial conjunctivitis

  4. Viral infection outbreaks

The correct answer is: Foul smelling perspiration from yeast

Bromidrosis, also known as body odor, is caused by a foul smelling perspiration released by yeast living on human skin. Therefore, options A and C, which deal with melanocyte activity and bacterial conjunctivitis, do not directly relate to the question as they focus on the skin's pigment and the eye, respectively. Option D, which deals with viral infection outbreaks, is also incorrect as it does not specifically address the cause of bromidrosis. The only option that directly relates and provides a correct explanation for the cause of bromidrosis is option B.