Original iPad WiFi works, but no WiFi icon

I know this started after I upgraded to 4.3, but I can't say whether it started immediately after installing 4.3.
My original 16GB WiFi only iPad has always been a champ when it comes to connecting to and staying connected to WiFi. Lately, I've noticed that the WiFi indicator just disappears, as if there is no connection. I am, however, still connected and everything works just fine.
I know that if I re-set or power cycle the iPad, it comes back, but after some period of time, the indicator will disappear again. I'm trying to pin down whether this is related to a 3rd party app in some way, but haven't identified anything yet.
Any others with this issue?

Hi,
One way to narrow this down to an app is to sync your apps 5 at a time then test your iPad Wi Fi. It could very well be an app causing the icon to disappear.
And help here for Troubleshsooting Wi Fi networks and connections
Carolyn
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