Ipod Touch First Generation: Problem with Touch Screen.

why oh why does it freak out all of the time. I'll be using it for a bit and it will be completely normal and then either the entire screen or just parts of it (so i can work around it its just a hassle) become unresponsive or clicking in other places rather than the spot i'm touching.
Its gotten to the point that i can hold my finger a few centimeters away and it will click like crazy on the screen pretty much randomly. it makes typing sooooo frustrating. Everytime i want a B, it will type T or Y or something crazy. I've tried completely restoring my ipod, and resetting it numerous times, nothing has changed. should i go in and see someone? i dont think its even under warranty anymore, i got it march 2008.
anyone else have this problem? its so frustrating!!!! please help! any advice appreciated!

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