Is athlete's foot a type of toe fungus ?

Is athlete's foot a type of toe fungus ? What's the difference ? What should I do to treat it?

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Community comment#1

Found this: Toenail fungus and athlete's foot are both fungal infections, but they affect different areas; toenail fungus (onychomycosis) infects the nails, while athlete's foot (tinea pedis) affects the skin of the feet, particularly between the toes. Both conditions can be caused by similar fungi and may require different treatments. Overview Toenail fungus and athlete's foot are both fungal infections, but they target different areas of the body and have distinct characteristics. Feature Toenail Fungus (Onychomycosis) Athlete's Foot (Tinea Pedis) Affected Area Nails Skin of the feet Common Symptoms - Thickened, discolored nails - Itchy, scaly rash - Brittle or crumbly nails - Peeling skin between toes - Separation from nail bed - Burning or stinging Causes - Fungi (dermatophytes) - Fungi (dermatophytes) - Often spreads from athlete's foot - Often acquired from contaminated surfaces Treatment - Antifungal pills (e.g., terbinafine) - Topical antifungal creams - Prescription nail lacquers - Over-the-counter antifungal powders or sprays

Community comment#2

Soak your feet in pine oil. Worked for me.

Community comment#3

i used tolcylen foot soaks.