The symbol often associated with Turner syndrome, particularly by support and advocacy groups like the Turner Syndrome Foundation, is a butterfly.
The butterfly is used to represent several positive attributes related to individuals with Turner syndrome:
- Strength: Symbolizing the inner resilience and fortitude of those living with the condition.
- Perseverance: Reflecting the challenges faced and overcome by individuals with Turner syndrome throughout their lives.
- Hope: Embodying optimism for the future and the potential for a fulfilling life.
While there isn't a universally recognized medical symbol specifically for Turner syndrome in the same way that, for instance, a caduceus is associated with medicine, the butterfly has become a widely accepted and cherished symbol within the Turner syndrome community.
