Why do i wake up in the middle of the gasping for air?

Question

I wake up for a while like i'm being choked by someone,and i gasp for air. Then i just fall back to sleep. Anybody know what it is?

Answer 1

It might be sleep apnea.  More info can be found doing an internet search, speaking with your doctor, or the lung association.

Answer 2

Do you sleep with your mouth open? Maybe all the moisture is gone out of your mouth and throat and it feels like your not getting air, then you swallow and everything feels ok again? That happens me too.

Answer 3

Could be eating late.It fills the stomach and puts pressure on the lungs try not eating anything 3to 4hrs before bed.