The donor twin is usually born smaller than the other twin, usually with paleness, anemia, and dehydration.
The recipient twin is born larger, with redness, too much blood, and increased blood pressure. Because of the increased blood volume, the recipient twin may develop cardiac failure and also require medications to strengthen heart function.
The unequal size of identical twins is referred to as discordant twins.
What are the symptoms of Twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome?
The donor twin is usually born smaller than the other twin, usually with paleness, anemia, and dehydration.
The recipient twin is born larger, with redness, too much blood, and increased blood pressure. Because of the increased blood volume, the recipient twin may develop cardiac failure and also require medications to strengthen heart function.
The unequal size of identical twins is referred to as discordant twins.