Extremely Washed Out Screen (iPod Still Works)

Hey all,
So my iPod still works (the music plays and I can pick different things from the menu,) but its screen is extremely washed out. As in, I can barely see anything. I have to tilt it just the right way under really bright lights to be able to see what I'm doing, but the iPod is still functional. Is there any way to fix this, or am I doomed to a life of sitting under lamps and awkward head angles?

one more tip...out of irritation, i tossed my iPod onto my steps while walking by..after picking it up, i realized that the screen is now perfectly fine ever since it hit the steps! who knows maybe its temporary,and probably not a good method to fixing iPods but hey who knows!

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