Muneer Jan on Instagram: "Cheyne–Stokes breathing is characterized by periodic, crescendo–decrescendo respiration followed by a period of apnea. • Breathing gradually increases in depth and rate (crescendo) • Then gradually decreases (decrescendo) • Followed by apnea (pause in breathing) • The cycle repeats, usually lasting 30 seconds to 2 minutes. ⸻ 🔹 Causes It reflects a delay in the feedback loop between blood CO₂ levels and the respiratory center in the brain. Common causes include: • Heart