This document provides an overview of myopia, including its definition, classification, etiology, optics, clinical varieties, diagnosis and treatment. It defines myopia as a refractive error where parallel rays come to focus in front of the retina. Myopia is classified into congenital, simple/developmental, pathological and acquired types. Etiologies include axial elongation, changes in corneal or lenticular curvature. Clinical varieties include mild intermittent to severe pathological myopia with retinal degeneration. Treatment involves optical correction with glasses or contacts, and refractive surgery options like LASIK.