respiratory causes

Waking Up Breathless at Night: Understanding the Causes and When to Seek Help

There’s little that’s more unsettling than suddenly waking up in the dead of night, gasping for air, or feeling a profound sense of breathlessness. This experience, often referred to as nocturnal dyspnea, can be frightening and immediately trigger concerns about your heart health. If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why do I wake up breathless […]