Is it normal to wake up with a panic attack?

It's so scary! I'm so terrified that now I keep aspirin next to my bed, just in case. I thought it was associated with

my chronic acid reflux, but now I don't know. I've always had anxiety, but it's this past year that I've been having these random panic attacks, both while awake & sleeping. The only thing that I can think of is that I turned 29. I'm no where near where I thought I would be by 30 & I guess it's getting to me. I'm starting my nursing program next fall & even though it's months away, I'm worrying about that too. I should be excited about it, but I'm more nervous.

Sorry for the rant!