Last year I went to have a surgery, and while the doctors were putting me to sleep, I kind of choked on the anestesia and I almost couldn't breath. In seconds I started breathing right and went on my way to sleep. When I 'choked' on it, it was almost like i was watching myself from someone else's view, and it was very scary to 'watch' it. For months after that, I would start to go to sleep and I would see myself choking on the operating table. I would panic after seeing it. I haven't had the flashback much anymore, but I am new to the whole 'trauma' thing and am wondering if I have PTSD and if it has any longterm effects if I don't seek help. Advise is greatly appreciated.