what causes choking in my sleep - Digestive Disorders Message Board

gonzoj · 07-20-2008, 06:57 AM

what causes choking in my sleep

Harry · 07-22-2008, 01:58 PM

If you eat anything that causes the secretion of mucus 3 hours before bed time it can cause choking.

gonzoj · 07-22-2008, 04:14 PM

does that mean by eating anything before i go to bed

Harry · 07-22-2008, 05:20 PM

Doctors that treat Acid Reflux recommend not eating anything 3 hours prior to bed. And, also elevate the head of your bed 4 to 6 inches. But, the foods that causes mucus are the worse --dairy products like milk and ice cream are bad.

We are all different and you may have some trigger foods that are worse for you??

like2opr8 · 07-23-2008, 06:14 PM

Do you by chance have sleep apnea? My husband choked in his sleep several times and it freaked him out really bad because he could not catch his breath (he snores, too). Turned out it was sleep apnea and it never has happened again and it's been years now. He wears a c-pap machine and I must say it is one of the best inventions ever.