you should see your dr and ask for a sleep study to rule out sleep apnea altho that sounds like what it is....but there are different degrees and some people need to be on a cpap machine to help them breath cos there throat muscles at times relax too much and cause some obstruction........good luck
Cheyne Stokes respiration may occur with obstructive sleep apnea, but is often associated with heart failure. You should have a formal sleep study in a sleep lab. You should also have a complete heart evaluation.