Acid reflux?
Rob I know exactly what you are talking about when your are dead asleep and that crap comes up and chokes you. This is a scary feeling that's for damn sure. Be careful with the asprin as hard on the stomach. Stress brings mine on the worst.I am on Nexium and does alright. Cut down on caffine and eating less than 3 hours before bed. I have been told try to raise head with two pillows but with my screwed up neck that won't work. Hope things improve for you.