Black line across screen

I recently noticed on my blackberry 9360 that there is a black line on the screen that keeps getting bigger. I haven't dropped my phone and there hasn't been any water damage. What causes the line? Is the screen so fragile that cleaning it can break it?

That's the problem. An issue like that is usually considered physical damage and they domy cover it. Its is shame but its the way it goes. If you're so inclined you might be able to replace it yourself if you're good at that type of thing. Parts are available online.
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