IPod Nano 4th Gen Stuck on Hold

I recently dropped my iPod in a cup, that barely had any water. However, there was enough to soak the top bezel, and the hold switch. The iPod was functioning normally for 2 days, before I realized the hold switch did not work. I kept on unlocking and locking it, until my iPod was finally on hold. Unfortunately, that's when I realized that I had permanently stuck my iPod on hold. I know that this is a hardware issue, so please do not tell me to reset/restore my iPod. I also do not have an Apple Retail Store, nearby, so the warranty is out of the picture. Can anyone help me?
Thanks in advance

sorry i mean the lock icon is still there if i turn off hold

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