Does breathing rate in breaths per minute affect a persons blood pressure?

Yes, breathing rate can affect a person's blood pressure.

* Rapid breathing (tachypnea) can cause blood pressure to increase. This is because rapid breathing can lead to a decrease in the amount of oxygen in the blood, which can cause the heart to beat faster and blood pressure to rise.

* Slow breathing (bradypnea) can cause blood pressure to decrease. This is because slow breathing can lead to an increase in the amount of oxygen in the blood, which can cause the heart to beat slower and blood pressure to drop.

In general, a healthy adult should have a breathing rate of 12 to 15 breaths per minute. If your breathing rate is consistently higher or lower than this, it is important to see your doctor to rule out any underlying medical conditions.